2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
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 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 336 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 858 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944. 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 Porsche 944. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | EB 218 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
