2006 BMW X3 vs. 1999 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. 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, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | X3 | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
