1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1981 Ford Capri

To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bugatti Chiron 1981 Ford Capri
Make Bugatti Ford
Model Chiron Capri
Year Released 1999 1981
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6250 cc 1296 cc
Engine Cylinders 18 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 547 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.6 mm 66 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2177 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2570 mm


 

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