Posts with Keyword “engine”

Cover for post V4 Hot-V e-Turbo 2.0L Engine for Cars—Mcc 12
08 Feb 2026
V4 Hot-V e-Turbo 2.0L Engine for Cars—Mcc 12
Today, I am introducing a unique 2.0L hot-V electric-turbo 90-degree V4 with motivations and specifications.
Cover for post Small DI Turbo vs Large NA PFI: Why Emissions Is NOT Killing the V12
02 Feb 2026
Small DI Turbo vs Large NA PFI: Why Emissions Is NOT Killing the V12
I explain why emissions requirements are driving a comeback of large displacement, naturally-aspirated, port-injected engines.
Cover for post Designing the Fuelling, Cooling, and Accessories for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 07
23 Jan 2026
Designing the Fuelling, Cooling, and Accessories for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 07
Previously, I have delved into the short-block, cylinder head, and intake / exhaust systems of the 3L NA V12 PC301. Today, let us round out the deep dive with fuelling, cooling, and accessories.
Cover for post Designing the Intake and Exhaust for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 06
21 Jan 2026
Designing the Intake and Exhaust for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 06
Previously, I have discussed the design of the long block of the 3L naturally-aspirated V12 that I would build. Today, let us delve into the intake and exhaust systems.
Cover for post Designing the Cylinder Head for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 05
19 Jan 2026
Designing the Cylinder Head for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 05
Previously, I have explained the reasoning behind the design of the bottom-end of the 3L naturally-aspirated V12 that I would build. Today, let us move on to the cylinder head.
Cover for post Designing the Rotating Assembly for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 04
16 Jan 2026
Designing the Rotating Assembly for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 04
Today, let us move on to the rotating assembly of the 3L naturally-aspirated V12 engine that I would build if I had a car company.
Cover for post Designing the Engine Block for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 03
14 Jan 2026
Designing the Engine Block for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 03
Previously, I laid out the specifications of the PC301, 3L naturally-aspirated V12 engine that I would build if I had a car company. Today, let us delve into the details of the engine block.
Cover for post Designing the 3.0L NA 11.5k-rpm V12 Engine—If I Had a Car Company 02
12 Jan 2026
Designing the 3.0L NA 11.5k-rpm V12 Engine—If I Had a Car Company 02
As promised previously, today I lay out the specifications of the 3.0L NA V12 engine that I would build if I had a car company for the working enthusiasts.
Cover for post Three Stages of the VW-Audi NA W12 Engine
21 Feb 2025
Three Stages of the VW-Audi NA W12 Engine
Today, I go over the three stages of the naturally-aspirated version of the VW-Audi W12 engine; they correspond with three generations of Audi A8s in which a W12 was fitted. I will highlight the unique design elements of the W12 in detail, too.
Cover for post Evolution of the BMW Inline-6 Diesel
02 Jan 2025
Evolution of the BMW Inline-6 Diesel
BMW is thought by many to have stronger diesel than petrol engines. This is in fact a new phenomenon. Today, I go over the evolution of 5 BMW inline-6 diesels and rank them into three tiers.
Cover for post Evolution of the Mercedes 6-Cylinder Diesel
27 Dec 2024
Evolution of the Mercedes 6-Cylinder Diesel
Today, I go over the construction, performance, reliability, and applications of six Mercedes 6-cylinder diesel engines. I also rank them into three tiers.
Cover for post Evolution of the Toyota / Lexus Petrol V8
21 Dec 2024
Evolution of the Toyota / Lexus Petrol V8
Today, I go over the evolution of six Toyota / Lexus V8s over two generations in terms of construction, performance, reliability, and applications. In the end, I rank them into three tiers.