2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (523 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Bugatti | Lamborghini |
Model | EB 218 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2570 mm |