2011 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1999 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura RL would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 979 more horse power than 1999 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bugatti Veyron | 1999 Acura RL | |
| Make | Bugatti | Acura |
| Model | Veyron | RL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 1184 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1500 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
