2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 405 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) has 480 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 405. 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Peugeot |
| Model | EB 218 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
