2000 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1956 Packard Patrician. (286 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1956 Packard Patrician. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1956 Packard Patrician. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Packard Patrician. (549 Nm). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Packard Patrician.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 118 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Bugatti | Packard |
| Model | EB 118 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |
