1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 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 512 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 1372 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 781 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.

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1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron 2005 Smart ForTwo
Make Bugatti Smart
Model EB 18-3 Chiron ForTwo
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 6255 cc 797 cc
Engine Cylinders 18 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 881 Nm 100 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 18.5:1
Top Speed 295 km/hour 135 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2177 kg 805 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 1820 mm