1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 310 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Bugatti | Toyota |
| Model | EB 118 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3250 mm |
