1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 (600 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Bugatti EB 110.
Because 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 (864 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm). This means 1994 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 1994 Bugatti EB 110 has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Bugatti EB 110 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bugatti |
| Model | V8 Vantage | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 864 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1535 kg |
