1999 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 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 307 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 928. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 928. (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | EB 218 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
