2004 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 118 | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Bugatti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | EB 118 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 91 L |
