1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 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 421 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 737 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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 1968 Jaguar 240. 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 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | 240 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
