2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
Because 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ascari A10. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ascari A10. (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ascari A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ascari |
| Model | EB 218 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2636 mm |
