2003 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti EB 118 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 55 more horse power than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (492 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 747 kg more than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 118 | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lamborghini |
| Model | EB 118 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
