1989 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 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 251 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2005 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 850 | Chiron |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
