2009 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Bugatti Chiron
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 10 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 133 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3.
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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1999 Bugatti Chiron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | M3 | Chiron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 6250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
