2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1997 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Continental 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 338 more horse power than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1997 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 427 kg more than 1997 Lincoln Continental. 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 1997 Lincoln Continental. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lincoln Continental. 1997 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron has manual transmission. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1997 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Bugatti | Lincoln |
Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Continental |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2780 mm |