2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 313 kg more than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Bugatti | Bentley |
| Model | EB 218 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
