2001 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (213 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1973 Mercury Cougar. 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 118 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2910 mm |
