2003 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 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 230 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 772 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996. 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bugatti EB 118 | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
Model | EB 118 | 996 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2360 mm |