1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1965 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jeep CJ5 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 488 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1965 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1965 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Jeep |
| Model | Chiron | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
