2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator 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 429 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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 1978 Opel Senator. 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Bugatti | Opel |
| Model | EB 218 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
