1999 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 218 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3000 mm |
