2004 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis 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 396 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lancia |
| Model | EB 218 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6254 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
