2005 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bugatti EB 118 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | S4 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3160 mm |
