1994 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,499 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bugatti EB 110 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | EB 110 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 612 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 54 L |
