2000 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 118 | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 118 | Gol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2480 mm |
