1995 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,499 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bugatti EB 110 | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lancia |
| Model | EB 110 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
