Posts with Keyword “v12”

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 A New Automaker for Working Car Enthusiasts—If I Have a Car Company 01
10 Jan 2026
A New Automaker for Working Car Enthusiasts—If I Have a Car Company 01
What I would do if I had a car company today? This article talks about my motivations, the types of cars that I want to build, and what value this exercise brings to my readers.
Cover for post Ten Iconic, Most Collectible Jaguar Cars
05 Sep 2024
Ten Iconic, Most Collectible Jaguar Cars
Many Jaguars are celebrated in the classic car community and continue to be treasured by collectors worldwide. Today, I briefly present 10 best examples.
Cover for post Eleven Iconic, Most Collectible Aston Martin Motor Cars
02 Sep 2024
Eleven Iconic, Most Collectible Aston Martin Motor Cars
Collectible Aston Martins are known for their rarity, design, performance, and craftsmanship. Today, I briefly present 11 iconic, most collectible Aston Martin vehicles.
Cover for post Five Most Iconic, Collectible Hispano-Suiza Cars
19 Aug 2024
Five Most Iconic, Collectible Hispano-Suiza Cars
Hispano-Suiza was synonymous with luxury, innovation, and prestige in the early 20th century. I briefly introduce 5 iconic, exceptionally collectible Hispano-Suiza vehicles. They were all designed by the company’s Swiss founder Marc Birkigt.
Cover for post Nine Iconic Lamborghini Vehicles That You Will Lust After
13 Aug 2024
Nine Iconic Lamborghini Vehicles That You Will Lust After
Ferruccio Lamborghini started his own car company to build luxury grand tourers. However, after the success of the Miura, the brand became known for its mid-engine sports cars. Today, I cover nine of the most iconic and collectible Lamborghinis.
Cover for post Mercedes M279 vs BMW N74: Comparing German V12 Biturbo Engines
15 Jul 2024
Mercedes M279 vs BMW N74: Comparing German V12 Biturbo Engines
Today, I compare the design of two German V12 biturbo engines, the Mercedes M279 and the BMW N74, along 7 aspects.
Cover for post BMW N74 vs N74TU: Bavaria’s Modern Classic Biturbo V12 Engine
15 Jul 2024
BMW N74 vs N74TU: Bavaria’s Modern Classic Biturbo V12 Engine
BMW’s N74 is the most technologically advanced V12 engine in a road car. BMW has kept it in production with exactly one technical update, the N74TU. Today, I briefly examine the changes made in the N74TU in five areas.