2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2001 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. Both 2003 Bugatti EB 218 and 2001 Bugatti Veyron are equipped with a 6,255 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster 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, both vehicles can yield 650 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 2001 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Bugatti | Bugatti |
| Model | EB 218 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
