2001 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 11 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 37 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Bugatti | Aston Martin |
| Model | EB 118 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
