2001 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bugatti EB 118 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1637 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Caterham |
| Model | EB 118 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2230 mm |
