1955 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1955 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, both 1955 Bugatti Type 101 and 1955 Chrysler Windsor were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1955 Bugatti Type 101. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1955 Bugatti Type 101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 460 kg more than 1955 Bugatti Type 101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bugatti Type 101 | 1955 Chrysler Windsor | |
| Make | Bugatti | Chrysler |
| Model | Type 101 | Windsor |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3257 cc | 5420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
