1979 BMW 633 vs. 2000 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1979 BMW 633. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 633. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 633 | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
