2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 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 506 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. 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 1965 BMW 700. 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 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Bugatti | BMW |
| Model | EB 218 | 700 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
