2004 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bugatti EB 218 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 51 more horse power than 2010 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Alpina B5. 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 2010 Alpina B5. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Alpina |
| Model | EB 218 | B5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6254 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
