2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Bugatti | Pontiac |
| Model | Chiron | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
