1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1993 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1993 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | A 55 | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 553 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 611 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
