1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | Avanti | Bugatti |
| Model | Avanti | Chiron |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
