2011 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 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 937 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Bugatti Veyron | 2007 Audi A3 | |
Make | Bugatti | Audi |
Model | Veyron | A3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 1184 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 1500 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 415 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |