1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Bugatti EB 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Bugatti EB 110 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Bugatti EB 110. (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1991 Bugatti EB 110.
Because 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia has automatic transmission and 1991 Bugatti EB 110 has manual transmission. 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | EB 110 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |
