1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang 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 460 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 992 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Bugatti | Ford |
Model | Chiron | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6250 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |