When Bugatti launched the Veyron in 2005, people were stoked to hear about this super sportscar’s immensely powerful engine, sleek aesthetic, and insane top speed. This car ended up breaking all kinds of records, and it is still a highly sought-after vehicle.
If you want a used Veyron, be prepared to shell out at least $1.1 million. The Veyron is the most affordable modern Bugatti model, but you will be hard-pressed to find one for under $1.5 million. Specific Veyron models go for even more than that.
So, what makes the Bugatti Veyron a car everyone wants to own someday? Here are 10 things that make the Veyron utterly awesome.
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It Was the First (and Fastest) Street-Legal Super Sportscar
When it was released in 2005, the Bugatti Veyron was the world’s first – and fastest – super sportscar manufactured to be street-legal. It quickly began setting a lot of amazing records with its high-performance engine. It was built to be the fastest car on the market, and the goal was achieved.
Its Top Speed is 254 mph
When taken out on a long stretch of road, the Veyron reaches its top speed of 254.04 mph in less than one minute. It sprints from 0 to 60 mph in about 2.5 seconds, from 0 to 124 mph in 7.3 seconds, and 0 to 186 mph in 16.7 seconds.
Now, if you switch the electronic limiter off (which you cannot hack), the Veyron can hit a mind-blowing top speed of 267.8 mph.
It Utilizes Two Brake Types
With great power comes a great need for braking. Bugatti bolted two brake types into the Bugatti: mechanical brakes and air brakes. The former uses air-ventilated and cross-drilled carbon fiber-reinforced carbide composite brakes. There are four brake pads and eight pistons with the front caliper, while there are six pistons and four brake pads on the rear brakes.
The air brakes comprise 1/3 of the vehicle’s total brake support, showing how mechanical and air engineering can be meshed together.
It Has 10 Radiators
A whopping 10 radiators are needed in the Veyron. You probably haven’t seen a car with more than three radiators, but the Veyron will blow you away with its 10 radiators. The Veyron’s total heat production is enough to heat 100 homes during wintertime! That means Bugatti had to concoct a strong way to cool the Veyron, so they thought outside the box.
The Veyron’s first three radiators cool down the huge intercoolers while the following three radiators circulate the water inside the engine vein. These are the general engine radiators. One radiator is there to help with the vehicle’s air conditioning, while another cools the insane 15 liters of engine oil. Finally, there is a radiator for the differential system and another for the transmission.
A New Set of Wheels Costs as Much as a New Sedan
This might not be an ideal investment for some folks, especially since a new set of wheels costs around $42,000. This astronomical price is because the Michelin Pilot Sport PAX tires on the Veyron are glued to the wheel with an adhesive that must be replaced every 18 months to keep a solid seal. New wheels need to happen once every three tire changes.
That’s not to mention how huge these tires are, with the rear rubbers measuring 14.4 inches. This run-flat system places a polyurethane-and-rubber insert between the wheel and the inside of the tire. Therefore, if something punctures the tire, this special piece supports the Veyron to keep driving. Plus, beastly tires are downright necessary with all the high-speed force this vehicle generates.
Its Water Pump Can Circulate 55 Liters of Coolant
Coolant is a liquid mix of water and glycol that serves as a vehicle’s antifreeze, stopping the engine from overheating and being anti-rust. The Veyon’s water pump is tasked with circulating an astounding 55 liters of coolant. The average cooling system in a standard automobile only holds 5 liters. Yeah, that’s a remarkable difference.
Its 0-60-0 Time is 5 Seconds
Here’s a cool car fact: The Bugatti Veyron can accelerate to 60 mph and then come to a full stop while it takes some small sedans to almost hit 60. It gets to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds and needs another 2.5 seconds to reach a dead stop from 60. This is a feat that other manufacturers dream of achieving.
After the Veyron reaches its top speed, it only needs 10 seconds to come to a full halt. That’s just nuts, isn’t it?
A Titanium Front Grille
Bugatti makes the Veyron easy to distinguish with its horseshoe-shaped front grille, made from durable but lightweight titanium. The grille helps with the Veyron’s swift speed and cools the front disc brakes. Titanium is the most effective material for doing both jobs for a car whose main priority is going fast.
The Fuel Tank Drains in 12 Minutes at Top Speed
The Veyron’s average fuel tank capacity size is roughly 26.4 US gallons. On a full tank, driving at normal speeds, this should last for about 220 miles. However, consistently driving the Veyron at top speed will burn through every bit of fuel in 12 minutes. As you might be able to surmise, fuel economy sits at around 9.4 mpg combined. But that’s not why people buy this vehicle.
It Is Bolted On 14 Titanium Bolts
Who’d have thought the Veyron could be bolted on with just 14 titanium bolts? It sounds impossible, but Bugatti worked their magic by dividing the frame into three core segments. The first is the trunk, the middle is the cabin area, and the third is the engine and transmission compartment. Each of these bolts costs $100, making them expensive.
The Bugatti Veyron is an insanely cool vehicle, although they are far from affordable for the average buyer. Even if you never own one, it’s still okay to dream. And, boy, are these cars dreamy.
This article originally appeared on MyCarMakesNoise.
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