1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bugatti Chiron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bugatti Chiron 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 310 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Audi |
| Model | Chiron | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
