1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 13 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 193 more horse power than 2012 Audi RS5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi RS5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 427 kg more than 2012 Audi RS5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bugatti Chiron | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
Make | Bugatti | Audi |
Model | Chiron | RS5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6250 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |