1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 446 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | GT | Chiron |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
