2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 6,253 cc (16 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP) has 507 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1954 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | Veyron | Consul |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
