2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 Bugatti EB 118.
Because 2005 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bugatti EB 118.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2005 Bugatti EB 118 | |
Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
Model | Continental | EB 118 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 6255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |