1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 2002 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron 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 5 more horse power than 2002 Bugatti Veyron. (547 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 2002 Bugatti Veyron.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bugatti Veyron. (650 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bugatti Veyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 2002 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Bugatti | Bugatti |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
