2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 917 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 752 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2009 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | Veyron | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
