1993 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 327 kg more than 1993 Bugatti EB 110.
Because 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Monterey. 1970 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1993 Bugatti EB 110 has manual transmission. 1993 Bugatti EB 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 110 | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 110 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3160 mm |
