1977 BMW 520 vs. 1993 Bugatti EB 112
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,995 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (454 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 112 (590 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 520 | EB 112 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 5995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
