1995 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 366 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bugatti EB 110 | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | EB 110 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 88 L |
