1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,499 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. 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 1959 Ford Zodiac. 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 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | EB 110 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
