2004 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 6,254 cc (18 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 218 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6254 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3100 mm |
