1959 Austin A 99 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 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 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 445 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. 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 99. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 1995 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | A 99 | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 553 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 611 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 344 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 120 L |
