2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 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 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lancia |
| Model | EB 218 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
