1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 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 397 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 852 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. 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, 1989 Saab 9000, 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Saab |
| Model | Chiron | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
