2004 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 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 354 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1972 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 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | EB 218 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6254 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
