2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 11 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 337 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Bugatti | Alfa Romeo |
Model | EB 218 | 159 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |