2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti EB 118 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Bentley Continental. (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2005 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 277 kg more than 2003 Bugatti EB 118.
Because 2003 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bugatti EB 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2003 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
| Model | Continental | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
