1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron (552 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 647 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron (881 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Bugatti |
| Model | Tickford | EB 18-3 Chiron |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
