1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century 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 350 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Bugatti | Buick |
Model | EB 112 | Century |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5995 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |