1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 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 471 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 852 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bugatti Chiron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bugatti Chiron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | Chiron | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
