2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 427 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | 220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
