1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia 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 553 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia. 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 1978 Nissan Silvia. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Bugatti | Nissan |
Model | EB 110 | Silvia |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 650 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |