2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | 166 | Chiron |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
