By DCB Editorial, March 12, 2024
Bugatti is introducing a V16 engine to its lineup, with additional particulars slated for launch later in 2024. The successor to the Bugatti Chiron will function a V16 hybrid powertrain, amidst rumours suggesting it might be a Cosworth 8.3L naturally aspirated V16, producing 1,000 horsepower and able to revving to 9,000 RPM.
If these rumours maintain true, it’s purported to be coupled with three 250kW electrical motors, forming a sturdy AWD system promising blistering acceleration. Nonetheless, hypothesis apart, what are the confirmed information?
On this video, Engineering Defined delves into the photographs shared by Bugatti to realize a deeper understanding of the engineering underlying this V16 combustion engine.
The YouTuber discusses torque curves, firing intervals, firing order, V-angles, crossplane versus flatplane configurations, stability, and scrutinize how these rumors measure up towards some calculations.
