1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect 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 (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 949 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ford Prefect | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Ford | Bugatti |
Model | Prefect | Veyron |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |