2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair 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 363 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 98 kg more than 2000 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
Model | Veyron | Montclair |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |