2005 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 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 293 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 652 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 330 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
