2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 546 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 945 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 1975 Ford Escort. 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 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Bugatti | Ford |
Model | Veyron | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 630 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |