1993 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 40. 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) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 110 | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | EB 110 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 125 L |
