1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 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 395 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (590 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | EB 112 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
