1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
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 Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra 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 Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 19 kg more than 1993 Bugatti EB 112.
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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1993 Bugatti EB 112 has manual transmission. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Bugatti | Buick |
| Model | EB 112 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5995 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
