1998 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (528 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 98 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. 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 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Bugatti | BMW |
| Model | EB 118 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 528 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3210 mm |
