1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon 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 (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 959 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 247 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon. 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 1998 Ford Falcon. 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 (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Ford | Bugatti |
| Model | Falcon | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
