General information
BrandVolkswagen
Model W12
Generation W12 Nardo (Concept)
Modification (Engine) 6.0 W12 (600 Hp)
Start of production 2001 year
End of production 2004 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body typeCoupe
Seats 2
Doors 2
Performance specs
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban 20 l/100 km 11.76 US mpg14.12 UK mpg5 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban 11 l/100 km 21.38 US mpg25.68 UK mpg9.09 km/l
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h3.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph3.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph 3.3 sec
Maximum speed 350 km/h 217.48 mph
Weight-to-power ratio 2 kg/Hp, 500 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 1.9 kg/Nm, 516.7 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 600 Hp @ 7000 rpm.
Power per litre 100 Hp/l
Torque 620 Nm @ 5800 rpm. 457.29 lb.-ft. @ 5800 rpm.
Engine location Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement 5998 cm3 366.02 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 12
Position of cylinders W-engine
Cylinder Bore 84 mm 3.31 in.
Piston Stroke 90.3 mm 3.56 in.
Compression ratio 12
Number of valves per cylinder 4
Fuel System Multi-point indirect injection
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain DOHC
Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Fuel tank capacity 63 l 16.64 US gal | 13.86 UK gal
Dimensions
Length 4555 mm 179.33 in.
Width 1920 mm 75.59 in.
Height 1100 mm 43.31 in.
Wheelbase 2630 mm 103.54 in.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Rear wheel drive
Number of Gears (manual transmission) 6
Front suspension Double wishbone
Rear suspension Helical spring
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discs
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tires size 255/35 R19
Wheel rims size19