"Steve Grauman" > wrote in message
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> >just take the V-12 from Lambo, and tune it for a luxo sedan.
> >
>
> It's not that simple. The Murcielago's V12 wouldn't have fit in the A8.
Plus,
> they can't produce them in great enough number for A8 application.
>
> >I understand the width & length angle, but what are any benefits, between
> >some savings in development time, and small size.
>
> FITMENT. The A8 wouldn't have accpeted a V-12 of that displacement.
>
> > they seem to be a little
> >low on power compared to a "traditional" layout,
>
> This is the result of Adui's tuning, not the engine type.
>
> > and they seem to have a
> >little more harshness vibration.
> >
>
> B.S. I've ridden in a W12 Pheaton and it was incredible.

then make the A8 wider, it's a big car why keep it skinny. the A8 sells
less than 10K a year that's only 850 a month I think AudiAG can produce
that. never said it wasn't a great car, past being a VW but it's not as
smooth as a VS.-12.