2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 2003 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron would be higher. Both 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron and 2003 Bugatti EB 218 are equipped with a 6,255 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. (544 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 650 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Bugatti |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3340 mm |
