2011 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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 1017 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 504 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. 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 2012 Mazda 3. 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 1272 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Bugatti Veyron | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Bugatti | Mazda |
Model | Veyron | 3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 1184 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1500 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 18 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 29 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |