2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 12 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 806 more horse power than 2000 Bugatti EB 218. (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2000 Bugatti EB 218. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 923 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Bugatti | SSC |
| Model | EB 218 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2667 mm |
