1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (650 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (637 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 110 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 650 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3100 mm |
