2004 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 6,254 cc (18 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bugatti | Subaru |
| Model | EB 218 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6254 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2590 mm |
