1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,499 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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 1979 Buick Century. 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 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Bugatti | Buick |
| Model | EB 110 | Century |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
