1999 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Bugatti EB 218.
Because 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 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, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 has automatic transmission and 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Bugatti EB 218 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | EB 218 | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 120 L |