2006 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bugatti EB 118 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. 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, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | A8 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
