1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 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 503 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 1622 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron 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, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron (881 Nm) has 824 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | |
| Make | Alpine | Bugatti |
| Model | A 106 | EB 18-3 Chiron |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2650 mm |
