1959 Berkeley B vs. 1999 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 6,250 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP) has 498 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1821 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bugatti Chiron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bugatti Chiron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1999 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | Berkeley | Bugatti |
| Model | B | Chiron |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 6250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2660 mm |
