1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord 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 481 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. 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 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bugatti | Opel |
| Model | Chiron | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
