1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bugatti Chiron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bugatti Chiron would be higher. At 6,250 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 64 kg more than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bugatti Chiron.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bugatti Chiron | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chiron | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6250 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2954 mm |