2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 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 404 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | EB 218 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
