2007 Audi S3 vs. 2000 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2007 Audi S3. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2007 Audi S3. 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S3. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | S3 | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
