2001 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | EB 118 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
