2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bugatti Chiron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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 37 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bugatti Chiron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bugatti Chiron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chiron | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1417 mm |
