1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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 362 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 827 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 601 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
