1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan 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 354 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan. 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lotus |
| Model | EB 112 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5995 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 185 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 | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2140 mm |
