1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 13 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 345 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G.
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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. (540 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | G |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 540 Nm |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |