1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine 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 514 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 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 1957 Renault Dauphine. 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) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | EB 118 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2280 mm |
