1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 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 441 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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 1959 Rover P5. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Rover |
| Model | EB 118 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2820 mm |
