2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 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 511 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. 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 1959 Morgan 4. 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Morgan |
| Model | EB 218 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2450 mm |
