2000 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 1 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 434 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 779 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. 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, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1999 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | 316 | Chiron |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
