2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 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 EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Bugatti | Jensen |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2340 mm |
