2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 9 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
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2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Bugatti | BMW |
Model | EB 218 | 535 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |