Aston Martin clarifies V12 engine origins, refuting Ford V6 rumors

Aston Martin's V12 engine, introduced in 1999, was not created by joining two Ford V6 engines. The rumor originated from a concept engine at the 1993 Geneva Motor Show, which shared some parts with Ford's Duratec V6 and had visible weld lines. While sharing some specifications like bore and stroke, the Aston Martin V12 features a purpose-built block and stronger components designed for higher performance.