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Volkswagen W12

General information

ModelVolkswagen W12
Year1997
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5600 ccm (341.71 cubic inches)
Seats2
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement5600 ccm (341.71 cubic inches)
Engine typeW-engine
Max power425.80 PS (313 kW or 420 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque718.68 Nm (73.3 kgf-m or 530.1 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 90.3 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic

Speed and acceleration

Top speed321.0 km/h (199.5 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.3548 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4020 litres (1,062 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4410 mm (173.6 inches)
Overall width1930 mm (76.0 inches)
Overall height1110 mm (43.7 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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