1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 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 256 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 877 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930. 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 1983 Porsche 930. 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Porsche 930. (440 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | 930 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
