1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,995 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (454 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1955 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 112 (590 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
| Model | EB 112 | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5995 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
