2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Passat 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 485 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1977 Volkswagen Passat. 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) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Passat.
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2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 1977 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
Model | EB 218 | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2480 mm |