2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina

To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina 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 581 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 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 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 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 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bugatti Veyron 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina
Make Bugatti Fairthorpe
Model Veyron Electrina
Year Released 2000 1960
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 7993 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 630 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 760 Nm 69 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 8.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 450 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2090 mm


 

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