1960 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess 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 434 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 3 kg more than 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron.
Because 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin Princess. 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 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | Princess | EB 18-3 Chiron |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2650 mm |
