2003 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari 550. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 550. (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 118 | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | EB 118 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 114 L |
