1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
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 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 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 305 more horse power than 1987 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 945 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200. 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 Ford RS 200. 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 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
