1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bugatti EB 118 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1177 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bugatti EB 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Bugatti | TVR |
| Model | EB 118 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2570 mm |
