2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2002 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. (544 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
| Model | Continental GTC | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3340 mm |
