1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Viper. (499 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bugatti Chiron.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bugatti Chiron | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Bugatti | Dodge |
Model | Chiron | Viper |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6250 cc | 8285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 499 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 100.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |