2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 9 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 199 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Audi |
| Model | EB 218 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2992 mm |
