2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar 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 430 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1981 Mercury Cougar. 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 1981 Mercury Cougar. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 218 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2690 mm |
