1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Bugatti EB 112. (454 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Bugatti EB 112.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bugatti EB 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Bugatti EB 112. (590 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Bugatti EB 112. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Audi |
| Model | EB 112 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5995 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3122 mm |
