2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 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 521 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 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, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Bugatti | Trabant |
Model | EB 218 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2030 mm |