2000 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti EB 118 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 222 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (325 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 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 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 118 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Bugatti | Pontiac |
| Model | EB 118 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2570 mm |
