2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth GTX. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth GTX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX. 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 1968 Plymouth GTX. 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Bugatti | Plymouth |
| Model | EB 218 | GTX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2950 mm |
