1998 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Acura | Bugatti |
| Model | NSX | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1460 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
