2001 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. 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 1966 Mercury Cyclone. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 118 | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2950 mm |
