2003 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 118 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 118 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
