Bugatti has unveiled its last track-oriented car which runs on the legendary 8.0-liter W-16 engine and it brings the end of a long line of powerful power-train with ultra-high-performance. The car, called the Bugatti Bolide, was unveiled as a fully finished track weapon and the result of more than ten years of design and engineering prowess with the W-16- a four-turbocharged powerhouse that has made Bugatti a hypercar-of-the-art since the Veyron of 2005.
The Bugatti Bolide: Ultimate Track Car
– The Bolide is a hypercar of the track only, powered by the W-16 engine and tuned to a maximum of power and minimum weight with an unbelievable power-weight ratio of 0.91 kg/kW (1.50 lb/hp).
– It provides 1,617-horsepower and 1,180 lb-ft of torque in all-wheel drive and it can accelerate and turn on its head.
– It will build only 40 units and start delivery in the first half of 2024; it has already impressed enthusiasts showing off a Southern Hemisphere debut at the 2025 Adelaide Motorsport Festival.
Culmination of W-16 Legacy
– In 2005, Bugatti released the W-16 engine in the Veyron 16.4, and transformed the hypercar with quad-turbocharge and immense power.
– the W-16 has developed into the Chiron and Chiron Super Sport 300+, setting world speed and power record (i.e. 304 mph world speed record).
– The Bolide is a culmination of the W-16 in its raw-track form and technological perfection, before Bugatti begins to transition to next-generation hybrid and electric motive systems.
Engineering Highlights
– The vehicle has an intensive use of carbon fiber in the body and chassis, making the vehicle featherweight 2,200 pounds- much lighter than road-going Bugatti hypercars.
– Track optimized aerodynamics encompass gigantic front splitters, rear diffusers, and adjustable rear wing providing incredible downforce.
– Suspension and braking systems are active, which improve handling and control at challenging circuits.
The Future Beyond W-16
– Bugatti is announcing hybrid-electric powertrains as the way forward with initiatives such as the proposed Bugatti Rimac collaboration being based on electrification without compromising extreme performance.
– W-16 has left an unmatched legacy that has defined the standard of speed, engineering aspirations and exclusivity in automobiles.
– The Bolide is seen by collectors and enthusiasts as the final track car and an envy of the reign of W-16[3].
Summary Table: Bugatti Bolide Technical Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 8.0L W-16 Quad-Turbo |
| Power | 1,617 hp |
| Torque | 1,180 lb-ft |
| Weight | ~2,200 lbs (1,000 kg) |
| Power-to-weight Ratio | 0.91 kg/kW (1.50 lb/hp) |
| Production Volume | 40 units |
| Delivery Start | Early 2024 |
FAQs
Q1: Why is the Bugatti Bolide a special car?
It is the lightest and the most extreme W-16 car manufactured by Bugatti featuring power and aerodynamic additions that were track-oriented.
Q2: Is the Bolide street legal?
No, it is a pure track hypercar that is made to perform on the circuit only.
Q3: What’s next after the W-16?
Bugatti is moving with the trend of hybrid-electric hyper cars, which seek to combine legendary performance with technologies of the future.
