1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant Scimitar 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 479 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 1337 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. 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 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Bugatti | Reliant |
| Model | Chiron | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
