1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1977 Citroen CX
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen CX 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 447 more horse power than 1977 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Citroen CX. 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 1977 Citroen CX. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1977 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 110 | CX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |
