1961 BMW 501 vs. 1999 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 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 447 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 832 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1999 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 501 | Chiron |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
