1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. (453 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 493 kg more than 1999 Bugatti Chiron.
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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bugatti Chiron.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bugatti Chiron | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Bugatti | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Chiron | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6250 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5608 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3320 mm |