1996 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. 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 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2005 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | S6 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
