1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 601 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 110 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 650 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
