1998 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1998 AC Cobra.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 2005 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | AC | Bugatti |
| Model | Cobra | Chiron |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
