1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 15 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 253 kg more than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. 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 2013 Bentley Continental. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Bugatti | Bentley |
| Model | EB 118 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | electric |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2745 mm |
