1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, both 1998 Bugatti EB 118 and 1998 Renault Safrane 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 434 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. 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 Renault Safrane. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Bugatti | Renault |
Model | EB 118 | Safrane |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2770 mm |