1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV 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 523 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 118 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
