1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 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 441 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 882 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Rover |
| Model | Chiron | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
