2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron (552 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 273 kg more than 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron.
Because 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Continental. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bentley Continental. (875 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bentley Continental. 2004 Bentley Continental 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. 2004 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | |
| Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
| Model | Continental | EB 18-3 Chiron |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |
