2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais. 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 1969 Cadillac Calais. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Bugatti | Cadillac |
| Model | EB 218 | Calais |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
