1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
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 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (600 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1991 Bugatti EB 110.
Because 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | EB 110 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 344 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
