2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 Bugatti EB 118 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 (651 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 525 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
