2004 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1972 Citroen DS
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 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS 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 446 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. 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 Citroen DS. 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 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 218 | DS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6254 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3130 mm |
