1994 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 (612 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bugatti EB 110 | 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bugatti | Chevrolet |
| Model | EB 110 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 4636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 612 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
