2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (435 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
Model | Veyron | 512 M |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |