1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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) has 352 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 647 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Bugatti | Chevrolet |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
