Physical Description Type: Reciprocating, V-type, 12 cylinders, Liquid cooled Power rating: 298 kW (400 hp) at 1,800 rpm Displacement: 27 L (1649 cu in) Bore and Stroke: 127 mm (5 in) x 178 mm (7 in) ...

12-Cylinder Detroit Iron The Lincoln V12 engine debuted in 1936 as the Lincoln-Zephyr V12. Contrary to popular belief, the Zephyr/H-Series V12 is not related to the Lincoln K-Series engine.

A few American automakers began designing V12 engines for road cars around that time, but the first production car to feature such an engine is considered to be the Packard Twin Six.

The deep and thunderous growl of a powerful V8 engine when paired with an American muscle car is a match made in heaven. Yet, despite this association, the "V-configuration" engine has been with ...

A few American automakers began designing V12 engines for road cars around that time, but the first production car to feature such an engine is considered to be the Packard Twin Six.