1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1987 Buick Estate

To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron (552 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 292 kg more than 1987 Buick Estate. 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 1987 Buick Estate. 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Estate. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron has manual transmission. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron 1987 Buick Estate
Make Bugatti Buick
Model EB 18-3 Chiron Estate
Year Released 1999 1987
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6255 cc 6598 cc
Engine Cylinders 18 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type W V
Horse Power 552 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 881 Nm 435 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2177 kg 1885 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5510 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2950 mm


 

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