2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1968 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Corsair. 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1968 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | Veyron | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 101 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 | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
