2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Wartburg |
| Model | EB 218 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2460 mm |
