1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1953 Ford Popular
To start off, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
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1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 1953 Ford Popular | |
Make | Bugatti | Ford |
Model | EB 118 | Popular |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2300 mm |