1999 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 48 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 1959 Cadillac 62. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Cadillac 62. (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Cadillac |
| Model | EB 218 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6381 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
