1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite 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 383 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Bugatti | Lotus |
Model | EB 112 | Elite |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5995 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2240 mm |