2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Bugatti EB 218. (544 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Bugatti EB 218. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Bugatti EB 218. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
| Model | Continental | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6255 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
