2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 10 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 369 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 772 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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 2012 Nissan Altima. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Bugatti | Nissan |
| Model | EB 218 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2675 mm |
