2009 Audi S5 vs. 1998 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bugatti EB 118 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1998 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Audi S5. 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, 1998 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 1998 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | S5 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
