1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 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 488 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | EB 118 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |
