2000 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2000 Bugatti EB 118.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 118 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EB 118 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
