1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet 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 434 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. 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 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | Comet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
