1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. 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 476 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 852 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will offer significantly more control. 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 694 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3100 mm |
