1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 11 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 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 307 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Exige. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lotus |
| Model | EB 118 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2310 mm |
