2008 BMW 118 vs. 1993 Bugatti EB 112
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bugatti EB 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bugatti EB 112 would be higher. At 5,995 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (454 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (590 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 118 | EB 112 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |
