1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 460 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | GT | Chiron |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| 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 |
