1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2000 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Alpine | Bugatti |
| Model | A 610 | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
