2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2003 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. (544 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 216 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
| Model | Continental GT | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6255 cc |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 544 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
