2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1986 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Town Car 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 396 more horse power than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. 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 1986 Lincoln Town Car. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 1986 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Bugatti | Lincoln |
Model | EB 218 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2990 mm |