1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 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 441 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. 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 Xedos 6, 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Xedos |
| Model | Chiron | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
