1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet 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 472 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. 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 1972 Mercury Comet. 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
Model | EB 110 | Comet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 611 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |