1999 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron
To start off, both 1999 BMW X5 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron.
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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (439 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5. 1999 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron has manual transmission. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | X5 | EB 18-3 Chiron |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
