1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 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 309 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780. 1985 Volvo 780 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. 1985 Volvo 780 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
| Model | EB 112 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5995 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |
