2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 785 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1958 Ford 17 | |
Make | Bugatti | Ford |
Model | Veyron | 17 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |