2005 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 (545 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LNA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti EB 218 | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 218 | LNA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 545 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
