1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1999 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Bugatti |
Model | Tickford | EB 218 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |