How to Build a Bugatti Veyron

Bugatti Veyron at Volkswagen Group's private Ehra-Lessien test track (Photo Source: Bugatti)

The Bugatti Veyron is without a doubt, one of the most amazing cars ever built. This documentary produced for National Geographic Channel in 2009 takes us through the step-by-step process of its production. It also includes interviews with the engineers who designed almost every aspect of the car: its engine, tires, brakes, cooling system and rear wing. So much care goes into the car’s construction and the choice of materials too, for example using titanium for some components instead of steel. For all the high level technology that went into the design and construction of the Bugatti Veyron’s parts, it’s actually put together by hand. No wonder it’s also one of the most expensive cars in the world!

(Featured Photo Credit: Bugatti Facebook page)

Technical Specifications for the Bugatti Veyron 16.4

Cylinder capacity	7993 cm³
Power output	736 KW (1001 hp) at 6000 U/min
Max. torque	1250 Nm at 2200–5500 U/min
Gearbox	7 Gear DSG
Top speed	407 km/h
Acceleration
0–100 km/h	2.5 sec
0–200 km/h	7.3 sec
0–300 km/h	16.7 sec
CO₂ Emission
In town	960 g/km
Extra-Urban	350 g/km
Combined	574 g/km
Fuel type	Super lead free 98 RON/ROZ
Fuel Consumption
In town	40.4 l
Out of town	14.7 l
Combined	24.1 l

A look under the skin of a Bugatti Veyron 16.4 (Photo Credit: Bugatti)

Marsha Haneiph

Born and raised in the twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Marsha aka "One Opinionated Woman" has been a race fan from childhood. Despite a soft spot for rallycross, she finds interest in all forms of motorsport and enjoys learning about exciting, new varieties. Her personal blog 'One Opinionated Woman' focuses on fitness, food and fast cars.