1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 413 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 877 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bugatti | Subaru |
| Model | Chiron | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
