2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1979 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | Veyron | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
