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the fastest car IN the world as of......... nowish?

Old Dec 17, 2005 | 01:10 AM
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yeah.. arent they like a buck- two fifty??
Old Dec 17, 2005 | 09:09 AM
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Damn that's ugly.
Old Dec 17, 2005 | 10:20 AM
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... how is that ugly

i like the style
Old Dec 17, 2005 | 08:47 PM
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Originally Posted by sLeak
... how is that ugly

i like the style
I think its ugly too.... although its fast....
Old Dec 20, 2005 | 09:49 AM
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Originally Posted by MBasile
Was he calling out the acceleration in KPH?
I was thinking the same.. he reached 60 in a ridiculous time!
Old Dec 20, 2005 | 02:21 PM
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That is kph.

These are mph stats:

A top speed of 250+ mph (400+ kph)
A zero-to-60 time of three seconds
A zero-to-180 time of 14 seconds
Old Dec 20, 2005 | 02:56 PM
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Vehicle type: mid-engine, 4-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door coupe
Base price: $1,250,000
Engine type: quad-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 64-valve W-16, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection
Displacement: 488 cu in, 7998cc
Power (SAE net): 1001 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 922 lb-ft @ 2200 rpm

Transmission: 7-speed manual with automated shifting and clutch
Wheelbase: 106.3 in
Length/width/height: 175.8/78.7/47.5 in
Curb weight: 4300 lb
Performance ratings (mfr’s est):
Zero to 62 mph: 2.5 sec
Zero to 124 mph: 7.3 sec
Zero to 186 mph: 16.7 sec
Standing 1/4-mile: 10.8 sec @ 140 mph
Top speed (observed at governor): 253 mph
Projected fuel economy (C/D est):
EPA city driving: 7 mpg
EPA highway driving: 10 mpg
Steady 253 mph: 3 mpg
Old Dec 21, 2005 | 09:23 AM
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210kph is only 131mph... and ill take the McLaren over that ugly thing ANY DAY!
Old Dec 21, 2005 | 10:15 AM
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It's also a 4300lb pig.
Old Dec 21, 2005 | 12:34 PM
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I think the styling was dictated by aerodynamics and cooling. I like it.

As for handling, I'm not too sure if anyone has really critiqued that area. Most mags just focus on the acceleration and top speed of it. I wish Top Gear had the Stig take it out on their track.

I also don't think that anyone will ever build a car that can match the Veyron. It's just too expensive to develop and produce. VW are taking a hit for each one they make.
Old Dec 22, 2005 | 12:34 PM
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Actually, I watched an interview and the guy that was overseeing the project said that the styling interfered with cooling and air flow so they added a top speed system that you engage with a key that lowers the car, opens extra cooling vents and changes the aerodynamics.
Old Dec 22, 2005 | 08:00 PM
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oh crap, 7mpg? thats great, i'll take one...not.
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