2000 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey 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 384 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1974 Mercury Monterey. 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 1974 Mercury Monterey. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 118 | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 118 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3160 mm |
