2006 Acura RL vs. 1998 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 8 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 257 more horse power than 2006 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 599 kg more than 2006 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Acura | Bugatti |
| Model | RL | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3160 mm |
