1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 605 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 1999 Bugatti Chiron | |
Make | Austin | Bugatti |
Model | A 90 | Chiron |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |