2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 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 160 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (384 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EB 218 | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
