1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G 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 427 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 275 kg more than 1991 Bugatti EB 110.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EB 110 | G |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
