2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
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 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini LM 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 95 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 528 kg more than 2003 Bugatti EB 218.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lamborghini |
| Model | EB 218 | LM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 169 L |
