1993 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (650 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 400 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 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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 (641 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Bugatti EB 110 | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Bugatti | Aston Martin |
Model | EB 110 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 650 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 641 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 357 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |