1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
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 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 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 199 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
Model | EB 112 | 308 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5995 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |