2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 766 kg more than 1990 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | EB 218 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |
