1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO 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 246 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1299 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 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) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | Chiron | GTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
