1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT 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 458 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel GT. 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 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | Bugatti | Opel |
| Model | EB 118 | GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |
