Bugatti once again broke the memorisations with its powerful engine. The limited edition Bugatti Mistral reached a jaw-dropping speed in a test at Germany’s Papenburg Automotive Test Centre. Accordingly, it officially won the title of the world’s fastest open-top car.
Bugatti Mistral reaches record-breaking speed
With driver Andy Wallace at the wheel, the Mistral accelerated to 453.91 km/h, beating the old record held by the Hennessey Venom GT Spyder. This achievement, certified by the independent inspection organisation SGS-TÜV Saar, is a testament to Bugatti’s engineering and design.
Sharing his feelings after the record attempt, Wallace drew attention to the power of the W16 engine and the adrenaline felt by the wind in the open cockpit. The lucky witness of this historic moment was a collector who owns the Mistral. The special vehicle, decorated with Jet Orange details, also references Bugatti’s record-breaking models of the past.
Together with iconic models such as the Veyron 16.4 Super Sport World Record Edition and Chiron Super Sport 300+, Mistral has further strengthened Bugatti’s list of records. The latest win cemented the company’s leadership in the supercar world.
Built on the Chiron platform, the Mistral is limited to just 99 units worldwide. Aiming to take the open-top driving experience to the next level, the car uses Bugatti’s iconic 8.0-litre quad-turbocharged W16 engine. This engine can produce 1600 horsepower.
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