1996 Audi RS2 vs. 2003 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1996 Audi RS2. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi RS2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1996 Audi RS2. 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi RS2. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi RS2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 2003 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | RS2 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
