1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 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 591 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. 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 1957 Volvo 120. 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
| Model | EB 110 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 650 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
