2002 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bugatti EB 118 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Bugatti EB 118. (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2002 Bugatti EB 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 348 kg more than 2002 Bugatti EB 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bugatti EB 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 118 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Bugatti | Bentley |
| Model | EB 118 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
