1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1992 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 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 549 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (637 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1992 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Bugatti |
| Model | 100 | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 650 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 120 L |
