1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 162 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 647 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
Model | Chiron | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 6250 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |