1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 1998 Bugatti EB 118 and 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (185 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EB 118 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2810 mm |
