1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK 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 387 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 882 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
Model | Chiron | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6250 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |