1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1972 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1972 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 998 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZIL 114. (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZIL 114.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Bugatti | ZIL |
| Model | Chiron | 114 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3770 mm |
