Bugatti Veyron
The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 is a supercar of Bugatti Automobiles, which was developed under the brand name from the Bugatti automobile company Volkswagen. As Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport he is the fastest road-legal production sports car in the world.
The vehicle combines several superlatives and peculiarities. These include the eponymous 16 cylinders of 640 kg heavy engine (530 kg without gear ), the arrangement of the cylinders in a double V - shape ( not a real W motor), the 110 kg heavy seven-speed double-clutch transmission, the maximum power of 736 kW (1001 hp), the maximum speed of 407 km / h ( so was the Veyron 2005-2007 the fastest production car in the world ), the four turbochargers, the maximum consumption of up to 100 liters per 100 km, the maximum torque of 1250 nm and accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 2.5 seconds. In order to slow down the heavy vehicle safely, carbon-ceramic brake discs are installed to provide the car of 100 km / h bring to a halt in 2.3 seconds for a distance of 31.4 m. At speeds over 240 km / h from a brake pedal time of 0.4 s automatic, like the Mercedes- Benz SLR McLaren, the rear spoiler made steeper, thereby acting as an air brake.
- 2.1 Technically identical special models 2.1.1 Pur Sang
- 2.1.2 Pegaso
- 2.1.3 Fbg par Hermès
- Bijan Pakzad Edition 2.1.4
- 2.1.5 Bleu Centenaire
- L' Edition Centenaire 2.1.6
- 2.1.7 Sang d' Argent
- 2.1.8 Nocturne
- 2.1.9 Sang Noir
- 2.2.1 Sang Bleu
- 2.2.2 Soleil de Nuit
- 2.2.3 Carbon Grey
- 2.2.4 Royal Dark Blue
- 2.2.5 Sang Blanc
- 2.2.6 Matte White
- 2.2.7 L' Or Blanc
- 2.2.8 Red Edition
- 2.2.9 Blanc Noir
- 2.3.1 World Record Edition
- 2.3.2 Black Carbon
- 2.3.3 Edition Merveilleux
- 2.3.4 Le Saphir Bleu
- 2.4.1 Black and Red
- 2.4.2 Quail Special Edition
- 2.4.3 Rafale
History
Background
After 1998, the Volkswagen Group acquired the trademark former sports car manufacturer Bugatti, 1999, a total of four concept cars were presented to the revival of the brand at various international auto shows. At the International Motor Show in Frankfurt am Main, among others, the sports car concept Bugatti 18.3 Chiron was introduced, which already looked relatively similar to the Veyron. At the Tokyo Motor Show in the same year, the first study of the Veyron was presented, at the time, however, still under the name " Bugatti Veyron EB 18.4" under the corporate name and equipped with a 18- cylinder engine instead of today's 16-cylinder engine. The decision to series production met the Volkswagen Group in 2001. Roadworthy The first prototype was completed in August 2003. It is up to a few details with the later series variant identical. However, significant technical problems were present for the development to the production stage to solve, so that the production start was postponed repeatedly and delaying until September 2005.
Development
Design / Aerodynamics
The design of the vehicle was established in 1999 by former Volkswagen design chief Hartmut Warkuß in collaboration with the then only 26 -year-old junior designer Jozef Kaban - who later became head of exterior design of Audi and today's Head of Design at Škoda - developed and maintained until the end of series production. The design of the car resulted in problems occurring in the technical implementation: the more rounded shape of the body aerodynamic disadvantages generated because it is not optimal for the planned maximum speed of over 400 km / h. The drag coefficient of the Veyron is relatively high for a sports car and is the normal configuration with 0,393 between that of a VW New Beetle (0.38 ) and a VW Golf I ( 0.41).
In the produced version helps a hydraulically extendable rear wing to stabilize the car at high speeds. This increases drag, which actually more than the planned 736 kW would be needed to achieve the configured speed. This problem was solved by the introduction of the so-called " speed keys": In the normal setting, the car (second ignition key a kind of left of the driver's seat ) reaches 375 km / h, with the speed -Key the car is lowered on the front 65 mm and rear 70 mm ground clearance, making a wedge shape is achieved. The rear spoiler is driven at 2 ° -position to decrease the air resistance, in addition, the front diffuser flaps are closed, in order to further improve the aerodynamics. Thus, the maximum speed at the cost of much poorer handling can be achieved.
In this configuration, the drag coefficient at least 0.36, which is quite high even compared to normal production cars still and an SUV as corresponds to the Subaru Forester drops. However, this drag coefficient is directly related to the required output, which is necessary for a sufficient contact pressure and the need to cool the engine sufficiently to achieve the practical that other super sports cars that get deep into similar velocity ranges, is missing.
Engine and transmission
Another problem was the footprint of the 16-cylinder engine. It was originally planned as a 18- cylinder engine to a crank mechanism with three VR cylinder banks (this arrangement corresponds to a real W motor), but the concept could not be realized. The realization finally took place as a fake W - engine, a V-engine with two VR banks of cylinders (15 -degree cylinder angle and 90-degree V- angle). In addition, the motor is equipped with four turbochargers. It requires ten cooler and has two water circuits (40 l and 15 l ) so as not to overheat at high speeds and in stop-and -go traffic. In addition, will be executed when reaching a certain cooler temperature of the rear spoiler on 2 ° position to achieve extra ventilation in the engine compartment ( in top speed mode takes place this directly ). All these measures lead to a curb weight of nearly two tons instead of the planned 1550 kg, and thus to increased fuel consumption. The engine is manufactured at the engine plant of Volkswagen AG in Salzgitter, Lower Saxony.
The gear presented another challenge The objective of a light, small and durable gear clashed with the desired maximum torque of 1250 Nm. This is the gear to a system developed by Ricardo Double Clutch Transmission.
Tires and Safety
Due to the special requirements with possible speeds of over 400 km / h, tire manufacturer Michelin new high-speed tires developed specifically for the Veyron. The search for a compromise between road capability and resilience took nearly five years of development time. The tires from Michelin Pilot Sport PAX are mainly designed for dry road conditions and due to their width and their profile is limited rain fit.
Also the front of the car had to be revised to meet the high crash and quality standards of the Volkswagen Group. This was also associated with high costs, mainly because the body is mainly composed of carbon fiber reinforced plastic.
Maximum speed
End of April 2005 exceeded the Bugatti Veyron at the Volkswagen test track in Ehra -Lessien under the supervision of TÜV several times the limit of 400 km / h The determined in these tests average top speed of 408.47 km / h, the vehicle's registration document registered in the top speed is 407 km / h Before that time, the Dauer 962 LM from the fastest production sports car in the world. After a measurement of the SSC Ultimate Aero TT on 13 September 2007 by the Guinness Book of Records, at the absolute top speed of 412 km / h was determined, he was temporarily no longer the fastest car street legal. On 26 June 2010, the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport achieved with 1200 hp a record speed of 431 km / h On the 100th anniversary of Bugatti came speculation about a special model called Centenaire on, the power increase to 993 kW (1350 hp) and a top speed of 480 km / h was said. These rumors were not confirmed; rather, the Centenaire turned out to be a true specially equipped, but technically unchanged version of the Veyron. However, in early May 2010 Ferdinand Piëch announced during a lecture at the Vienna University of Technology, a more sophisticated version of the Veyron with 883 kW (1200 hp) would in future series. This new variant has set a new speed record with an average of 431.072 km / h, making it again the fastest car street legal. The retail version will have the same technology, but due to the series tires only reach 415 km / ( electronically limited) h.
Series production
In Alsatian Molsheim at Dorlisheim an annual production of about 70 vehicles was provided. Overall, until the summer of 2011, only 300 copies were produced. Then ended the production of the coupe. The waiting time was more than half a year, but anyone who can pay cash, pick up the car at the latest after a month, guaranteed the former Bugatti CEO Thomas Bscher.
The technical problems extended not only the development time, but also increased the cost of development. The unit price was around 1.309 million euros; it was not planned retract profits. According to the former VW CEO Bernd Pischetsrieder Volkswagen wanted to prove to the Bugatti Veyron his " technical expertise ", as well as other auto companies were to do so for far more money in racing.
Successor
The second generation of the Veyron is expected to exceed the technical superlatives of the current generation still, the engine output to 919 kW (1250 hp) should be raised. Furthermore, the torque to be increased. Despite the capacity increase is planned in reducing the fuel consumption to less than 20 liters per 100 km and CO2 emissions of 450 g per km.
Models
Technically identical special models
From Veyron numerous special models were launched that stand out from the basic model in each case by special exterior and interior design, but technically are identical. They are offered in very small numbers.
Pur Sang
At the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, the Veyron Pur Sang was ( German: whole blood ) is presented, from which a small series is made of five pieces. It differs from the standard Veyron by the fact that dispensing with the usual two-tone paint job. Thus, the body parts are visible in their own material properties, the only surface treatment, the aluminum parts ( fenders and side trim parts) were polished and the CFRP parts with clear varnish (all major components ). The price is 1.4 million euros ( net ) instead of the 1.3 million of the production model, all planned five models were sold after the presentation on the day.
Pegaso
This special edition of the Veyron was a resident in Dubai, made rich Ukrainians. According to scattered reports of Pegaso got a power increase from the original 736 kW (1001 hp) to 880 kW (1200 hp), which makes him just as strong as the Super Sport. The name " Pegaso " has built its origin in the name of a Spanish bus manufacturer, which formerly luxury cars like the Pegaso Z -102.
Fbg par Hermès
At the Geneva Motor Show 2007, the Veyron Fbg par Hermès was presented. It was created in collaboration with the French leather goods manufacturer Hermès. In addition to the special interior in special leather, the grille was modified and new rims used with central locking. A suitcase is included.
Bijan Pakzad Edition
Only a short time before his sudden death drew a native of Iran Bijan Pakzad fashion designers together with this single piece of Bugatti Veyron. The car has a unique yellow / black paintwork. Currently the car is parked in front of the "House of Bijan " boutique on Rodeo Drive. In July 2011, TMZ.com reported about the fact that the car was damaged by external influence, which resulted in a broken side window on the passenger side.
Bleu Centenaire
In March 2009 Bugatti Veyron Bleu Centenaire introduced the, a unique anniversary model for the 100th anniversary of the Bugatti brand, before at the Geneva Motor Show. The Bleu Centenaire is, as the name suggests, decorated entirely in blue. It nevertheless was eight placed on the Veyron for the typical, two-color design by the house color glossy lacquered blue partly dull and partly to the vehicle. Even the externally visible parts of the engine were mostly painted blue. Solely the large air intakes and two narrow strips of highly polished aluminum were spared from the color.
L' Edition Centenaire
On the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d' Este in the same year four more special models were presented to the anniversary. The four -built Bugatti Veyron Centenaire Edition are a tribute to the golden age of motor sport; the early 20th century. They should remember the historic racing car Bugatti Type 35. Each of the four available color combinations each symbolized one of Europe's motorsport nations in the 1920s.
The riders, of which the edition Centenaire cars were inspired are:
- Jean -Pierre Wimille from France (blue- silver finish )
- Achille Varzi from Italy (red- silver finish )
- Malcolm Campbell from the UK (green- silver finish )
- Hermann Prinz zu Leiningen from Germany (beige silver finish )
Other special features include the central locking wheels (like Veyron Fbg par Hermès ).
Sang d' Argent
This unique piece was presented at the Dubai Motor Show 2009. Inspired by Pur Sang, two-tone design from matt silver paint and polished aluminum is strongly reminiscent of the Centenaire Edition cars. The Veyron Sang d' Argent was sold for 2.1 million U.S. dollars. Sang d' Argent is French and means "silver blood ".
Nocturne
Also presented at the Dubai Motor Show 2009, the Nocturne ( German: night ), the last special edition of the "normal" Veyron. This vehicle is unique due to its galvanized sides. The most important feature of the Nocturne is the line of highly polished aluminum, which starts at the front of the car and runs to the rear fenders of the car. The rest of the body is kept in a simple black. Inside it is decorated by a dark magnesium dashboard and a galvanized platinum center console. There are only five copies of the Veyron Nocturne, all of which were sold for 2.4 million U.S. dollars in the Middle East.
Sang Noir
The Sang Noir ( German: black blood ) is a limited series of 15 units, all in black body paint and hellorangem interior. In 2012 the car tuner Gemballa unveiled Automotive Veyron Sang Noir a public, which received a blue wrap, with white, glowing in the dark lightning. This car was used by Gemballa as an advertising vehicle and put on display at the ADAC Masters Weekend at the Motorsport Arena Oschersleben among others.
Grand Sport
Since March 2009, there is the Grand Sport, a roadster, for 1.4 million euros (excluding VAT). Buying. The top speed of over 400 km / h, the Roadster only if the polycarbonate roof element is inserted, with the roof open, the speed is limited to 360 km / h. However, since the roof element can not be stowed in the boot, the Grand Sport has a mitführbares fabric emergency top; with this, the speed is limited to 130 km / h.
Sang Bleu
The Veyron Sang Bleu ( German: blue blood ) has a two -tone design, consisting of a blue carbon and polished aluminum. The rim model is the same as that of the "normal" Grand Sport. The only difference is that the rims of the Sang Bleu also in two colors, namely in "Midnight Blue" with diamond cut, are designed.
Soleil de Nuit
(: Sun night German ) presented at the Dubai Motor Show 2009 built exclusively for the Middle East, was the Veyron Soleil de Nuit. It combines a blue / black metallic paint with accents of polished aluminum. The interior is orange. He was sold for 2.27 million U.S. dollars.
Grey Carbon
The Grey Carbon was first presented to the public at the Geneva Motor Show 2010. The exterior is decorated in combination with highly polished aluminum trim painted in metallic dark gray visible carbon fiber. There is only one Grand Sport Grey Carbon.
Royal Dark Blue
Just like the Grey Carbon Grand Sport Royal Dark Blue was used as a show car at the Geneva Motor Show 2010. The hood and the rear of the vehicle are in the color " Royal Dark Blue" finish, hence the name of this unique derived. The rest of the car is kept in the shade of white " Arctic White ". The only copy of the Royal Dark Blue was sold for € 1.75 million.
Sang Blanc
This vehicle was designed at the request of UK customers. It is matte - pearlescent painted white and has a black grille, a black exhaust, a black engine cover and a black interior. 2011 sold Tom Hartley, a luxury and sports car dealers in Derbyshire, the Sang Blanc with only 448 miles driven (about 716 km ) for 1.25 million pounds. On August 25, 2012, the same car was involved in an accident near Mandelieu- la -Napoule, France. In this case, however, only the front right fender and right headlight were damaged.
Matte White
The Matte White is a special edition which at the Shanghai Auto Show was shown for the first time in 2011. As the name suggests, the exterior is painted matt white for the most part. The rest is kept in blue lacquered visible carbon fiber. The interior is also blue. The Grand Sport Matte White was sold shortly after its conception.
L' Or Blanc
In 2011, Bugatti at the IAA in Frankfurt, its created in collaboration with the Royal Porcelain Manufactory Berlin Veyron before: the L'Or Blanc ( German: white gold). The unique feature of this special edition is that both the exterior and the interior of blue and white patterned porcelain exist. The Grand Sport L' Or Blanc 2012 was parked for several weeks before a Paris hotel.
Red Edition
Was also presented at the 2011 International Motor Show, the Veyron Red Edition, a fully painted red special edition of the Grand Sport. Rumor Bugatti brought this car to the IAA, to boost disappointing ongoing sale of the Grand Sport.
Blanc Noir
The single piece Blanc Noir was introduced at the New York International Auto Show 2012 and sold to California. Special feature here is, as the name suggests, the black and white exterior. Bonnet, roof, air scoops and visible metal parts are black, the rest kept matt white.
Supersport
In July 2010, this development was tested on the Volkswagen test track in Ehra -Lessien. In two runs ( 427.9 and 434.2 kmh ) was determined a mean speed of 431.1 km / h. He has an entry in the Guinness Book of World Records as the fastest production car in the world. Through revised larger turbocharger and intercooler an output of 1,200 hp ( 882 kW), a maximum torque of 1,500 Newton meters and a (to protect the tires electronically limited ) top speed of 415 km / h is reached. The audience, the new model was first introduced in mid-August at various events in California. Since September 2010, he produced together with the Grand Sport and Veyron in Molsheim. The Veyron Super Sport cost 1.65 million euros in the basic version. The fully produced in visible carbon fiber version will cost 1.85 million euros and limited to five vehicles black-orange special version is 1.95 million euros.
World Record Edition
The first five cars - known as the World Record Edition - are already sold .. Features of the World Record Edition are the exclusive two-tone finish ( black carbon fiber and Arancio Orange ) and in the grille instead of a red, a black Bugatti logo with letters from Sterling silver.
Black Carbon
Presented in Shanghai in 2011, the Super Sport Black Carbon is one of the few special editions of the Veyron, which was to dispense with the typical two-color scheme of the body. The entire exterior is black lacquered visible carbon fiber. Only a silver line runs once around the car. The interior is equipped with black and beige leather. We sold this unique in the Chinese room.
Edition Merveilleux
The Merveilleux Edition ( German: wonderful Edition) is a single piece based on the Super Sport. Was commissioned this special version of a Chinese customer who even gave up the car for her birthday. The body is unpainted in visible carbon fiber that kept black wheels with silver details. The interior, however, was configured in a bright blue.
Le Saphir Bleu
The based on the Veyron Super Sport Le Saphir Bleu ( German: the blue sapphire) is one of the latest special models of the Bugatti Veyron. The exterior is similar to the L'or Blanc, the Sapphire Bleu instead has white ornaments over light blue. The rims are painted in a striking shade of orange. It is believed to be a unique piece, a confirmation of Bugatti is still pending.
Grand Sport Vitesse
With the Grand Sport Vitesse Bugatti presented in 2012 before the last of the four model variants of the Veyron. The Vitesse combines the uprated engine and the revised bodywork of the Super Sport with the open roof of the Grand Sport, which makes it a maximum speed of 375km / h, the fastest convertible in the world. The press vehicle, two-tone design in light blue and dark blue lacquered visible carbon fiber, has been sent in the year of its release on a promotional tour through Europe. Thus, this Vitesse was seen among others at events such as the Chelsea Auto Legends, the Schloss Bensberg Classics or the Zoute Grand Prix.
Black and Red
At the premiere of Vitesse Bugatti presented at the Beijing Motor Show before 2012 two special models. One of the two was the Vitesse Black and Red This is, as its name suggests, configured in a black-and- red body combined with red wheels and a red interior.
Quail Special Edition
The second is based on the Vitesse single piece is the Quail Special Edition. This unique piece was also presented in 2012 and has a two -tone paint scheme consisting of white and light blue paint, which is reminiscent of the Bugatti Type 37A from 1928. The technique remained unchanged compared to the normal Vitesse.
Rafale
Just in time for debut of Vitesse in South America presented the Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse Rafale. The body is painted in the color Gris Rafale and features design elements in blue visible carbon fiber.