1945 Austin 16 vs. 2000 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2000 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | 16 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
