2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Arnage. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Bugatti EB 218.
Because 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
| Model | Arnage | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 6254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |
