1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont 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 418 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 902 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Bugatti | Holden |
| Model | Chiron | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
