2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. 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 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Bugatti | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | EB 218 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3294 mm |
