2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 2002 Bugatti EB 218 and 2002 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 304 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 862 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit. 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 2002 Lotus Esprit. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Bugatti | Lotus |
Model | EB 218 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2430 mm |