1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 472 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chiron | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
