2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 911. (260 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 977 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 911. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | EB 218 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |
