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04.08.2007, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by BP-Revo
Also why it takes a whole 1001hp to power the Veyron to 253mph.
If you happened to see the article about that car in Popular Science recently, The Veyron's engine actually makes ~3000 horsepower. Unfortunately, ~2000 horsepower is lost directly to heat. Which is why the car has to have 12 radiators.
   
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