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The Bugatti 57 SC Atlantic
As a prototype the Bugatti 57 SC Atlantic was named the Aerolithe (from the Greek meaning meterorite). Totally unique and a breakaway from the racing and sports cars this touring car has become one of the most prestigious collectors’ cars. World famous fashion designer Ralph Lauren boasts a fully authentically restored model as the pride of his collection.
The 57SC Atlantic was a development of the Type 57 which in itself was largely designed by Jean Bugatti, the 23 year old son of Ettore Bugatti. The refinements to engine, suspension, road handling and efficient braking made these models remarkable. Visually, the most characteristic feature of the 57 SC Atlantic are the ‘kidney shaped’ side windows, the split rear window and the first fins ever seen on a car. It is the riveted flange design that gives rise to the fins along the center of the body and mudguards.
The “S” stands for ‘sousbaisse’, the French word for lower or underslung while the “C” is for “compresseur” meaning blower or supercharger. These two features allowed the tuned car to reach 200 km/h. Low to the ground and with its 200 bhp engine, lightweight construction, 123 mph (200 kph) top speed and aerodynamic teardrop body, many believe this is the ultimate Bugatti.
The original prototype,the Electron Aerolithe Prototype, made its debut at the 1935 Paris Motor Show. The first production models appeared two years later. Read the rest of this entry »
Exotic Car Spotlight – The Bugatti 16.4 Veyron
In the world of exotic car technological achievements, the slick and sexy Bugatti team seems to have it figured out-do something perfectly, and then simply continue upgrading the trend. Case in point-the beautiful Bugatti 16.4 Veyron.
The 16.4 Veyron boasts an alarming 1001 horsepower to back itself up, quite a charmer. Specs include 16 cylinders, and two powerful V8 engines joined at the crank. This W16 powerplant displaces 8.0-liters and has ten radiators for everything from the engine cooling systems to the air conditioning.
The top speed of this Veyron is approximately 253 miles per hour. The exotic car is capable of maintaining the speed of 253 miles per hour for about 12 minutes before it runs dry on fuel. It sucks its power from the pavement via a 4-wheel drive 7-speed dual clutch automated manual transmission.
It hits the 0-60 mark in about 2.5 seconds, 100 mph in 5.5, and 150 mph in 9.8 seconds. Gearing the 16.4 Veyron up to 200 mph takes a whole 18.3 seconds, hitting the 250 mph mark at 42.3 seconds. Read the rest of this entry »