2000 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1956 Rover P4
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 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 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 496 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 797 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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 Rover P4. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 118 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Rover |
| Model | EB 118 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |
