2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1957 Ford Consul | |
Make | Bugatti | Ford |
Model | Veyron | Consul |
Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |