1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 1968 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr 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 373 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 1968 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | EB 112 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2930 mm |
