1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica 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 484 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bugatti | Toyota |
| Model | EB 118 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2270 mm |
