1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Bugatti EB 218.
Because 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
| Model | Azure | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 6254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3340 mm |
