1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 14 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, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 883 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bugatti Chiron 2013 Nissan Sentra
Make Bugatti Nissan
Model Chiron Sentra
Year Released 1999 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6250 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 18 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 547 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.6 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2177 kg 1294 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4625 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1496 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2700 mm


 

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