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The Tiniest V12 and V8 Engines in Production History
automotive2 years ago

The Tiniest V12 and V8 Engines in Production History

V12 engines are typically associated with large displacements, but there have been several small-displacement V12 engines over the years. Some of the smallest include the Ferrari Colombo V12 (1.5 liters), Honda RA272 V12 (1.495 liters), and the Weslake 58 V12 (3.0 liters). Other notable small V12 engines include those used by Mercedes-Benz, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, and BRM. Despite their small size, these engines were capable of producing impressive power and were used in racing.

The Tiniest V8s and V12s in Production History
automotive2 years ago

The Tiniest V8s and V12s in Production History

While American car companies have made us accustomed to large V8 engines, there have been some models with small displacement V8s, mostly in European cars. Some of the smallest displacement production V8s ever made include the Fiat 8V with a 2.0 liter 104 hp engine, the Ferrari 208 Turbo with a 2.0 liter V8 engine that made 168 hp, and the Ford Flathead V8 with a 2.2 liter V8 engine that put out 60 horsepower. Other models with small V8s include the Daimler V8, Tatra 603, and BMW 735i.