1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 14 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. (505 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 408 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 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne 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 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Bugatti | Bentley |
Model | EB 118 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3266 mm |