1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 384 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 527 kg more than 1973 Mercury Cougar. 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. 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 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
