1995 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 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 318 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2005 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | A8 | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 545 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
