1980 Audi Sport vs. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport 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 252 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | Sport | EB 18-3 Chiron |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
