Bugatti EB110

vs

Porsche 911

Italy vs Germany — 1991 vs 2017

Bugatti EB110 (1991)
Porsche 911 (2017)
Specifications
EB110 Super Sport911 GT2 RS
Horsepower611 hp700 hp
Torque465 lb-ft
Engine Size3,500 cc3,800 cc
0-60 mph3.2 sec
Top Speed218 mph
¼ Mile11.4 sec
Wheelbase2,550 mm2,457 mm
Length4,400 mm4,549 mm
Units Produced311,000
Value (Excellent)$5,000,000$600,000
Collectibility5/105/10
Rarity10/1010/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1991 Bugatti EB110 Super Sport brings greater rarity to the table, and the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS answers with more power, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

The rivalry between Italy and Germany automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 1991 Bugatti EB110 Super Sport versus 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. The 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS holds a clear advantage in raw power with 700 hp compared to 611 hp, a 89-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Bugatti EB110 uses a V12 Quad-Turbo DOHC 60V displacing 3,500 cc, while the Porsche 911 relies on a Flat-6 with 3,800 cc. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 31 units built, the 1991 Bugatti EB110 Super Sport is considerably scarcer than the Porsche 911's 1,000 examples. On the collector market, the 1991 Bugatti EB110 Super Sport commands a significant premium over the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.