1994 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bugatti EB 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bugatti EB 110 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 Bugatti EB 110.
Because 1994 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 550. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bugatti EB 110 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Bugatti | BMW |
| Model | EB 110 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 612 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
