1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron

To start off, both 1999 Aston Martin Vantage and 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 207 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. 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 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. 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 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron. (881 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Aston Martin Vantage 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron
Make Aston Martin Bugatti
Model Vantage EB 18-3 Chiron
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5341 cc 6255 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 18 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 552 HP
Torque 1098 Nm 881 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 11.5:1
Top Speed 315 km/hour 295 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 2177 kg


 

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