1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus 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 327 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 677 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bugatti Chiron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bugatti Chiron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | Chiron | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
