1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century 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 448 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 747 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. 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 1981 Buick Century. 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 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Bugatti | Buick |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
