1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (650 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 373 kg more than 1992 Bugatti EB 110.
Because 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1992 Bugatti EB 110 has manual transmission. 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Bugatti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | EB 110 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 650 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
