1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1992 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (650 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 630 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (637 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1992 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Alpine | Bugatti |
| Model | A 106 | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 650 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 120 L |
