2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Bugatti EB 218.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Bugatti | Chrysler |
| Model | EB 218 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3800 mm |
