2000 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 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 349 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 997 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420. 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 1983 Maserati 420. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 118 | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Maserati |
| Model | EB 118 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
