2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 8 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 687 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will offer significantly more control. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | EB 218 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 86 L |
