2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. 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 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 218 | BX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
