1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Am 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 389 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 942 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am 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. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Bugatti | Pontiac |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
