2005 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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 400 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti EB 218 | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Bugatti | Pontiac |
| Model | EB 218 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 545 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |
