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Bugatti Veyron Coupe 8.0 W16 (1001 Hp) AWD DSG
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Bugatti Veyron:
The Bugatti Veyron EB 16. 4 is a mid-engine sports car designed and developed in Germany by the Volkswagen Group and Bugatti, and manufactured in Molsheim, France by French automobile manufacturer Bugatti. It was named after the racing driver Pierre Veyron.
The original version has a top speed of 407 km/h. It was named the 2000s Car of the Decade by the BBC television programme Top Gear. The standard Veyron also won Top Gear's Best Car Driven All Year award in 2005.
The Super Sport version of the Veyron is one of the fastest street-legal production cars in the world, with a top speed of 431. 072 km/h. The Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse was the fastest roadster in the world, reaching an averaged top speed of 408. 84 km/h in a test on 6 April 2013. The production car speed record was later taken by another Bugatti, the Chiron, and then often changed hands for a while....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Coupe Overview:
Bugatti Veyron (Coupe). With 1250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1888 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 2.5 s). The top speed reaches 407 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Due to its extremely low production volume and high cost, the Bugatti Veyron Coupe was not subjected to Euro NCAP crash testing. However, its advanced carbon fiber monocoque chassis, robust construction, and sophisticated braking systems inherently provide a high level of occupant protection.
8.0 W16 (1001 Hp) AWD DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The original Veyron's 1001 Hp W16 engine was a groundbreaking marvel, offering astonishing performance that redefined the hypercar segment. It provides blistering acceleration and a top speed exceeding 400 km/h, delivering an exhilarating and powerful driving experience.
Fuel Economy
As with all Veyron models, fuel economy is very low. The powerful 8.0L W16 engine, despite its advanced engineering, is inherently thirsty, making frequent fuel stops a necessity for longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled, record-breaking performance and speed
- • Exquisite luxury and craftsmanship in the interior
- • Iconic design and undeniable road presence
- • Technological marvel with its W16 quad-turbo engine
- • Exceptional exclusivity and collector's appeal
- • Remarkable stability and handling at extreme speeds
Cons:
- • Astronomical purchase price and running costs
- • Extremely poor fuel economy
- • High maintenance and service expenses
- • Limited practicality due to size and storage
- • Complex engineering can lead to costly repairs
- • Very firm ride, even for a hypercar
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Bugatti |
| Model: | Veyron |
| Generation: | Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | 8.0 W16 (1001 Hp) AWD DSG |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 1001 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 125.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 1250 Nm @ 2200-5500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 7993 |
| Number of cylinders: | 16 |
| Engine configuration: | W-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | 4 Turbochargers, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 16 l |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 41.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 15.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 24.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 2.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 2.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 407 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 1.9 kg/Hp, 530.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 1.5 kg/Nm, 662.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 7.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 300 km/h: | 16.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 2.4 sec |
| 100 km/h - 0: | 31.4 m |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1888 |
| Max. weight: | 2200 |
| Max load: | 312 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4462 mm mm |
| Width: | 1998 mm mm |
| Height: | 1204 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2710 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1725 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1630 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DSG |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 400 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 380 mm |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 265/35 ZR20; 365/25 ZR21 |
| Wheel rims size | 10J x 20; 14J x 21 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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