1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (600 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
Model | EB 110 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 344 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |