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V12 engine

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A V12 engine is a type of car engine with twelve cylinders that makes the car run smoothly and gives it strong power.

Technical Definition

A V12 engine has twelve cylinders arranged in two banks of six, providing smooth power delivery and high torque. It’s uncommon in Japanese cars.

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