1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2002 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 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, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | 3-Litre | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3340 mm |
