1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 13 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 433 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Bugatti EB 118.
Because 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 118 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
