1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1995 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | A 40 | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 553 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 611 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 120 L |
