2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 54 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bugatti Chiron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bugatti Chiron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chiron | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
