2001 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat 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 192 more horse power than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (355 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Wildcat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 857 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | Bugatti | Buick |
| Model | EB 118 | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2600 mm |
