2001 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Bugatti | Pontiac |
| Model | EB 118 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
