1999 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
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 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara 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 362 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Bugatti | Marcos |
| Model | EB 218 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
