1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 494 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chiron | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
