2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron 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 331 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis 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. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2911 mm |
