Bugatti Type 57

vs

Bugatti EB110

France vs Italy — 1936 vs 1992

Bugatti Type 57 (1936)
Bugatti EB110 (1992)
Specifications
Type 57 SC AtlanticEB110 Super Sport
Horsepower200 hp611 hp
Torque229 lb-ft
Engine Size3,257 cc3,499 cc
0-60 mph10.0 sec
Top Speed124 mph
¼ Mile17.0 sec
Wheelbase2,980 mm2,550 mm
Length4,440 mm4,400 mm
Units Produced431
Value (Excellent)$40,000,000$4,500,000
Collectibility5/105/10
Rarity10/1010/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1936 Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic brings greater rarity to the table, and the 1992 Bugatti EB110 Super Sport answers with more power, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Bugatti has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1936 Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic with the 1992 Bugatti EB110 Super Sport highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 1992 Bugatti EB110 Super Sport holds a clear advantage in raw power with 611 hp compared to 200 hp, a 411-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Bugatti Type 57 uses a Inline-8 DOHC 16V Supercharged displacing 3,257 cc, while the Bugatti EB110 relies on a V12 with 3,499 cc. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 4 units built, the 1936 Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic is considerably scarcer than the Bugatti EB110's 31 examples. On the collector market, the 1936 Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic commands a significant premium over the 1992 Bugatti EB110 Super Sport, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.