1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 12 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 287 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2010 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bugatti | BMW |
| Model | EB 118 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2797 mm |
