1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 465 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | Chiron | Capri |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
