1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron (552 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 52 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron has manual transmission. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Cadillac |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | 62 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3310 mm |
