1955 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1979 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1979 Ford Taunus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bugatti Type 101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bugatti Type 101 would be higher. At 3,257 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bugatti Type 101 | 1979 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Bugatti | Ford |
Model | Type 101 | Taunus |
Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3257 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 930 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |