1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 6,250 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bugatti Chiron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bugatti Chiron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Bugatti | Honda |
Model | Chiron | Ballade |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |