1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 577 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Bugatti | Dodge |
| Model | Chiron | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
