2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1981 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1981 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | Veyron | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
