1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen 4-Litre 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 417 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 557 kg more than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. 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.
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1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
Make | Bugatti | Jensen |
Model | Chiron | 4-Litre |
Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6250 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |