2004 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. 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 390 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 872 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 118 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Bugatti | Toyota |
| Model | EB 118 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
