1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2010 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron 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 290 kg more than 2010 Bugatti Veyron.
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, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron 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 | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Bugatti | Bugatti |
Model | EB 118 | Veyron |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |