2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 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 265 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 993. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Porsche |
| Model | Chiron | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1290 mm |
