1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bugatti EB 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bugatti EB 112 would be higher. At 5,995 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Bugatti EB 112. (454 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1993 Bugatti EB 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 112 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Bugatti | Aston Martin |
Model | EB 112 | DBS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5995 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2741 mm |