2009 BMW 125 vs. 2003 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti EB 118 would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 851 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2003 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 125 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
