2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti EB 218 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 403 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 2004 BMW 318. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Bugatti | BMW |
| Model | EB 218 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
