Here's How The Bugatti Tourbillon Compares To The Rimac Nevera

Two different vehicles, two different powertrain technologies, developed under the same boss

by Amreetam Basu on July 24, 2024, 20:30

Bugatti has dropped its latest masterpiece, the Tourbillon, and it’s unlike anything we’ve seen from the French automaker before. This bad boy isn’t just another W16-powered behemoth, oh no. It’s a hybrid hypercar with a heart that’ll make even the most die-hard gearlhead weak in the knees.

We’re talking about an 8.3-liter naturally aspirated V16 engine sourced from the Cosworth, backed up by not one, not two, but three electric motors. This unholy alliance of combustion and electricity churns out mind-blowing 1,775 horsepower, making it the most potent Bugatti ever to grace the asphalt. And if that doesn’t make your heart skip a beat, I don’t know what will.

Now, here’s where things get even more interesting. The Tourbillon is the first Bugatti hypercar to be developed under the watchful eye of Mate Rimac, the mastermind behind Rimac Automobili. You know, the same guy who brought us the Nevera, the all-electric Croatian rocket that boasts 1,813 horsepower and enough torque to twist the Earth off its axis.

So, we’ve got two hypercars, both born from the brilliant mind of Mate Rimac, pushing the boundaries of performance and technology. But how different are they really? Can the Tourbillon’s hybrid V16 hold its own against the Nevera’s pure electric fury? Let’s dive deep into the specs, design, luxury, and technology of these two very different automotive titans and see how they stack up against each other.

Key differences: 2026 Bugatti Tourbillon vs. 2023 Rimac Nevera

The Bugatti Tourbillon and the Rimac Nevera are two distinct breeds of hypercar, each designed with a unique purpose in mind. The Tourbillon, with its luxurious interior, especially the very innovative clockwork-inspired instrumentation and leather-swept attire, emphasizes long-distance comfort. It’s essentially a grand tourer disguised as a hypercar. Additionally, the Bugatti is priced significantly higher, almost double the price of the Nevera.

In contrast, the Rimac Nevera is a purebred hypercar, built for speed and performance above all else. Mind you, unlike the Bugatti, the Nevera is hardly designed for everyday use**. Its sharp, angular lines and aggressive stance scream, "look at me," while its stripped-down interior prioritizes functionality over luxury. The interior is mostly Alcantara and leather-wrapped, but you can see visible carbon fiber in parts of the doors and the dashboard. There are three displays: one for the driver, one for the passenger, and another one for the central infotainment system.


	2026 Bugatti Tourbillon	2023 Rimac Nevera
Exterior Features	LED lights, 20-inch front and 21-inch rear wheels, iconic Horseshoe grille, dihedral (butterfly) doors, exposed engine bay	LED lights, dihedral doors, 20-inch front and rear wheels, full carbon fiber body, outside rearview cameras
Interior Features	Fully analog instrument console with watch-like mechanism, two-spoke steering wheel, crystal glass and aluminum center console, deployable touchscreen, full leather upholstery with power-adjustable seats	A fully digital driver information display, infotainment display, and a passenger-side display, standard leather seats with Alcantara trim, leather-wrapped steering wheel, power-adjustable steering column, carbon fiber interior
Aerodynamic Features	Power-adjustable rear wing, carbon fiber diffuser, air ducts under the fenders, vents near the windscreen	Power-adjustable rear wing, carbon fiber diffuser, carbon fiber splitter, active aero with active flaps
Chassis Features	T800 carbon composite chassis, aluminum multi-link suspension, carbon ceramic brakes with brake-by-wire technology,	Carbon fiber chassis, carbon ceramic brakes, double-wishbone suspension with electronically controlled dampers
Cargo Capacity	TBA	3.5 cu.ft.
Price	$4,000,000+	$2,400,000+

Performance: 2026 Bugatti Tourbillon vs. 2023 Rimac Nevera

Here's How The Bugatti Tourbillon Compares To The Rimac Nevera storyboard - image 188071

As you already know, the Bugatti Tourbillon is a hybrid symphony orchestrated by a massive 8.3-liter V16 coupled to an e-motor driving the rear wheels and another pair of e-motors in the front axle independently. The total system output is 1,775 horsepower and 1,691 pound-feet of torque. The V16 alone produces 986 horsepower, the same as the total output of the Ferrari SF90! Comes mated to the V16 is an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. According to Bugatti, the Tourbillon can propel to 60 mph in a mere two-second mark and onwards to an electronically controlled top speed of 276 mph.

At the other end of the spectrum stands the Rimac Nevera, an all-electric brainchild of Mate Rimac. Its quad-motor setup, with an e-motor at each wheel, unleashes 1,813 horsepower and 1,741 pound-feet of torque. This means that you’re off to 60 mph in the blink of an eye (1.85 seconds). In 2023, the Nevera broke the fastest E.V. record, topping at 258 mph. The Nevera packs a 120 kWh battery pack, which is the reason behind its 5,100-pound curb weight. To put that into perspective, the Nevera is 324 pounds heavier than the Tesla Model S Plaid, even though the former is a stripped-out carbon fiber madness! The Nevera is estimated to go 300 miles on a single charge, but the EPA has rated it to go around 205 miles, which isn’t terrible considering the performance on offer. Please note that being a heavy right-footer can deplete the suggested range.


	2026 Bugatti Tourbillon	2023 Rimac Nevera
Engine	8.3-liter nat-asp V16 w/ 3 e-motors	4 e-motors
Horsepower	1,775 hp	1,813 hp
Torque (lb-ft)	1,691 lb-ft	1,741 lb-ft
Gearbox	8-speed DCT	Single-speed direct drive
Drive Type	AWD	AWD
0-60 (mph)	2.0 seconds	1.74 seconds
Top speed (mph)	276 mph	256 mph
Curb weight (pounds)	TBA	5,100 lbs. (estimated)
Battery size	25 kWh	120 kWh
Electric-only range	37 miles (estimated)	300 miles (estimated)

Amreetam Basu

While Amreetam hustles during the week, free time means one thing: hitting the open road. He dreams of cruising the Alps in a German masterpiece – a Porsche 992 911 GT3 RS or an F87 BMW M2 would be ideal! This 26-year-old automotive journalist loves every part of the job. Read full bio