Bentley’s W-12 is one of the most interesting engines on sale today. It’s called a “W” because, instead of a traditional V shape, the cylinders are laid out in two stacked vees. It’s sort of like two VR6 engines sharing one crankshaft.
If you’re intrigued by the engine’s design as much as we are, then why not kill a few minutes watching a W-12 being assembled at Bentley’s Crewe factory in England? This video shows how this engine, found in cars like the Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Bentayga, goes from bare block to full-on drivetrain, all in one go.
The video shows the engine being assembled, as well as the moment where it’s mated to the transmission, subframe, and front suspension system. There are close-up detail shots of everything, too, meaning you can really nerd out if you’re so inclined. There’s even a clip of the engine running on a dyno for a few seconds after it’s assembled. If you have some time today, it’s certainly worth a watch.
