2008 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 8 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 316 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2000 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | X3 | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
