2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster

To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 374 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Bugatti Chiron 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
Make Bugatti Plymouth
Model Chiron Trail Duster
Year Released 2005 1974
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 6255 cc 5898 cc
Engine Cylinders 18 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 547 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1890 mm


 

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