1995 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 306 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bugatti EB 110 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | EB 110 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |
