2004 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 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 244 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
| Model | EB 218 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6254 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
