1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 442 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2000 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Bugatti |
| Model | Sports Convertible | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
