1993 Bugatti EB 112 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (454 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (254 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Bugatti EB 112. (590 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Bugatti EB 112. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Bugatti EB 112 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | EB 112 | S |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5995 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3165 mm |