2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 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 280 more horse power than 1966 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 764 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40. 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 1966 Ford GT 40. 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) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | Veyron | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
