1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Bugatti EB 118. (547 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Bugatti EB 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bugatti EB 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bugatti |
| Model | V8 Vantage | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |
