1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2010 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 807 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 206 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 886 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Buick | Bugatti |
Model | Riviera | Veyron |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |