2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | Veyron | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
