1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 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 504 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bugatti Chiron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bugatti Chiron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | Chiron | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
