Bugatti
16/4 Veyron

Specification and reviews

Price: $1 million

Main specification
Make	Bugatti
Model	16/4 Veyron
Country of origin	France
Year of introduction	2003
Introduced at	2001 Frankfurt Motorshow
Production Total	100 (planned)
Top Speed	406 kph / 252.3 mph
0 - 60 mph	est 3.0 seconds
0- 186 mph (300 kph)	under 14 seconds

Enginen & Transmission
Engine location	Mid, longitudinally mounted
Configuration	Quad Turbo W16
Valvetrain	DOHC 4 Valves / Cyl w/VVT
Displacement	7993 cc / 487.8 cu in
Power	746.5 kw / 1001.1 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	1250 nm / 922.0 ft lbs @ 2200-5500 rpm
Bore	86 mm / 3.39 in
Stroke	86 mm / 3.39 in
HP / Liter	125.25 bhp per litre
Fuel feed	Fuel injection
Gear Type	7-speed paddle activated manual with no clutch pedal

Body / Exterior
Drive Wheels	All wheel drive
Length	4466 mm / 175.8 in
Width	1998 mm / 78.7 in
Height	1206 mm / 47.5 in
Wheelbase	2700 mm / 106.3 in

Chassis
Front Track	1723 mm / 67.8 in
Rear Track	1632 mm / 64.3 in
Front Wheels	F 52 x 23.5 cm / 20.5 x 9.3 in
Rear Wheels	R 54 x 32.5 cm / 21.3 x 12.8 in
Front Tires	PAX 245/690R520
Rear Tires	PAX335/710R540

Frankfurt Motorshow
At the 2001 Frankfurt Motorshow Bugatti launched an almost production ready version of their upcoming supercar, the EB 16/4 Veyron. Both the power train and the body of the new design study are much closer to production maturity. In addition, the first theoretical performance figures have now been determined, according to which this 16-cylinder sports car, due to go on sale in 2003, will have a top speed of 406 kilometres per hour and accelerate to 300 km/h in under 14 seconds.
The 16/4 Veyron rides on tyres featuring the new Pax system developed by Michelin. These high-speed tyres for the 400-km range have a pressure monitoring system and run-flat characteristics, so that safe handling and a remaining distance of more than 200 kilometres are assured in the event of air loss.
Compared to the version exhibited in March at the Geneva Automobile Salon, the wheelbase is now 2,700 millimetres, 50mm longer than before, the extra space is used for increased cabin space.
This 16/4 Veyron also has an upgraded aerodynamics package, both to solve cooling problems and to increase the handling characteristics. The rear of the car has two air outlets not seen on the previous concept. Together with the front-end airflow, the fully panelled undertray and a new, automatically extending rear spoiler, a diffusor effect has been obtained that counteracts body lift.
The alloy-block W16 engine is made up of two exceptionally narrow V8 cylinder blocks, using the VR principle combined at an included angle of 90 degrees.
The gear shifts of the seven speed gearbox take place sequentially at paddles behind the steering wheel, and there is no clutch pedal. The double clutch transmission (DCT) shifts from one gear to the next in a maximum of 0.2 of a second. Power from the engine reaches the wheels through a permanent all-wheel drive system.

Reviews
Enter the third evolution of the 16-4 Veyron. This design study is closely represents the eventual production version which is due out in 2003. Compared to the previously seen 16-4s, this car has many modifications which will be reflected in the 2003 model. Most of the mods are focused on aerodynmics and cooling, two essential ingredients for a 250+mph supercar.
Compared to last 16-4, the wheelbase has been extended 50 millimeters to 2700mm (106.3). The extra length is entirely used to increase cabin space.
Inside, a hi-fi system from Dieter Burmester was specially designed for perfect audio fidelity. The best possible component layout was agreed upon with Bugatti when the monocoque bodyshell was under development.
The aerodynamics have been heavily developed over the last few months. The front air inlet apertures have been optimized for engine & brake cooling. Additionally, body lift is kept under control at high speeds with an automatically extending rear spoiler, fully paneled undertray & a diffuser. Cooling ducts for the engine are located underneath the spoiler. After the engine is shut off, the spoiler lifts to help warm air escape the engine bay.
Not surprising, the 16-4 now adopts Michellin's PAX technology. This allows for continous tire pressure monitoring and run-flat properties.
The W16 alloy block engine is a true mark of innovation. Two exceptionally narrow V8 blocks are combined at an angle of 90 degrees. The W layout provides for a generous engine capacity from a compact unit. Continuously variable electro-hydraulic camshaft is operational at all times. This W16 mated to an all new seven speed gearbox. Gear shifts take place sequentionally at paddles behind the steering wheel. The patented double clutch transmission shifts from one gear to another within 200 milliseconds.
The Bugatti 16-4 will be one of the most extreme machines produced this decade. As with past Bugattis, the 16-4 offers heaps of innovation & class. Never before has a road going car contained a W16 engine nor a 7-Speed transmission. The 16-4 proves Bugatti is alive and ready to take our roads by storm.

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