2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
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 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS 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 470 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 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 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 218 | DS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
