1993 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bugatti EB 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bugatti EB 110 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
Because 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 525. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 525. 2012 BMW 525 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. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 110 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Bugatti | BMW |
| Model | EB 110 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
