2005 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1367 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti EB 118 | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mazda |
| Model | EB 118 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2290 mm |
