Mid-Engine Layout → The engine was mounted at the rear, but not completely at the rear. This layout greatly improved the car’s weight balance and handling. Stability and cornering performance at high speeds are exceptional.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
(Ferrari F40, Lamborghini Diablo) were rear-wheel drive only, but the EB110 GT had AWD. This meant greater traction, better control, and stability even on wet or slippery roads.
Carbon Fiber Monocoque Chassis
The EB110 GT was one of the first production cars to have an entire chassis made from carbon fiber. This material is very light and strong. At the time, it was used in the aerospace industry.
Electronically Adjustable Rear Spoiler → This spoiler automatically adjusted according to speed to ensure perfect downforce and aerodynamics.
Luxury Interior → Hand-stitched leather seats, digital instrument cluster, air conditioning, and a premium audio system – that’s both performance and comfort.
Digital Dashboard →
Speedometer and electronic driver info systems were rare; the EB110 GT introduced them.
Look and Design (with Comparison)
Designer: Marcello Gandini (also designer of the Lamborghini Miura and Countach).
Gandini’s first design was very sharp and angular, but Bugatti later refined it and gave it a more balanced look.
Front Look → Low-nose design, pop-up headlights, and the iconic horseshoe grille.
Side Profile → Large air intakes at the rear to provide cooling air to the engine.
Comparison:
Ferrari F40 → Aggressive and raw look.
Lamborghini Diablo → Curvy design.
EB110 GT → Futuristic, with smooth lines and an emphasis on aerodynamics.
Engine Power and Mileage
Engine: 3.5L Quad-Turbocharged V12 → 12 cylinders + 4 turbochargers.
Power Output: 553 horsepower @ 8,000 rpm.
Acceleration: 0-100 km/h → Just 3.6 seconds.
Top Speed: ~342 km/h → It was one of the fastest cars of the 1990s.
Mileage: 3–4 km/l → It consumed a lot of fuel due to its high-performance engine.
The EB110 GT proved that luxury and insane performance can coexist.
Lights (Headlights & Taillights)
Front Lights: Pop-up headlamps (flip up).
Technology: Halogen projectors → Cutting-edge technology at the time.
Rear Lights: Simple rectangular tail lamps, twin setup.
Comparison: The Ferrari F40 and Diablo also had pop-up headlamps, but the EB110 GT’s styling looked more modern and clean.
Night driving illumination was powerful, but not as advanced as today’s LED/Laser headlights.
Tires (Michelin Special)
Michelin designed special high-performance tires for the EB110 GT.
Sizes:
Front → 245/40 ZR18
Rear → 325/30 ZR18 (very wide, for increased grip).
Compound: Soft rubber → More grip, but wears faster.
Reason: It was essential to keep such a fast car glued to the road.
Brakes
Ventilated disc brakes (both front and rear).
Multi-piston calipers were installed.
They were not carbon-ceramic (that technology came later), but they were still very powerful.
Less fade and more stopping power during high-speed braking.
Glass Quality
Laminated safety glass (multi-layer, crack-resistant).
It was an advanced version of normal automotive glass to keep weight down.
No bulletproof glass, as bulletproofing would have made the car heavier and reduced performance.
Seats
Hand-stitched Italian leather.
Bucket-style design → kept the body in place during high-speed driving.
Soft cushioning and adjustable controls → provided both luxury and comfort.
The interior used a rare combination of leather and carbon fiber.
Maintenance / Service
The EB110 GT was a “complex beast.” Regular service included:
Engine oil change (at short intervals).
Turbo system inspection → Maintaining four turbos was no easy task.
Brake pads and discs check.
Tire replacement (grip tires wore out quickly).
Suspension and electronic system tuning.
Note – Major service was very expensive, and only billionaires could afford each service.
Price and why it was so expensive
Launch Price (1991): ~$350,000 (a fortune at the time).
Value today (Collectors Market): $2M – $3M (due to its rarity).
Reasons for its high price:
1. Limited Production → Only 139 units were made.
2. Advanced Tech → Quad-turbo V12, AWD, carbon fiber chassis.
3. Hand-built → Each car was specially crafted, unlike factory mass production.
4. Heritage → The Bugatti name itself is a symbol of luxury and exclusivity.