2004 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 (651 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 118 | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | EB 118 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
