1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Thema. (465 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2012 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lancia Thema. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Thema. (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lancia |
| Model | EB 118 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3053 mm |
