1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica 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 429 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 997 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Bugatti | Toyota |
| Model | Chiron | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
