1994 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat 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 482 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1985 Volkswagen Passat. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bugatti EB 110 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 110 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 612 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
