1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 33 kg more than 1999 Bugatti Chiron.
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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lincoln |
| Model | Chiron | Continental |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 7536 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
