1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 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 447 more horse power than 1962 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1257 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4. 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph TR4. (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Triumph |
| Model | Chiron | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
