A little story about my W12 (VW Phaeton).........
12-15-2004, 06:02 PM
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Isn't the difference more like 750 lbs? (LWB to LWB)
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Phaeton V8L 5,200 lbs, A8L 4,400 lbs. I photoshopped off the huge VW emblems. That's gotta shave off 50 pounds front and rear! :-)
Phaeton V8L 5,200 lbs, A8L 4,400 lbs. I photoshopped off the huge VW emblems. That's gotta shave off 50 pounds front and rear! :-)
12-16-2004, 06:34 AM
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How much longer is the complete V10 motor compared to the V8 or W12?
And how much more power can be had from a twin-turbocharged 4.2 litre V8 compared to the RS6 version?
And any thoughts on whether an S8/RS8 would be available in short and/or long wheelbase models?
IMHO, Audi will have to raise the output to a degree in order to differentiate between a new S8/RS8 (whenever it shows up) and the C5 RS6, no? But if they don't, I'd still seriously consider it after my A8L lease is up!
And any thoughts on whether an S8/RS8 would be available in short and/or long wheelbase models?
IMHO, Audi will have to raise the output to a degree in order to differentiate between a new S8/RS8 (whenever it shows up) and the C5 RS6, no? But if they don't, I'd still seriously consider it after my A8L lease is up!
12-16-2004, 08:10 AM
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The W12 is 1" - 2" shorter than the V8....
and although I have not measured it I would assume the V10 is atleast 3 - 4 " longer than the V8. My guess would be a slightly larger displacement V8 with FSI and normally aspirated.
12-16-2004, 08:14 AM
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Absolutely not....I do not like the Phaeton personally....
The controls are overly complicated, old 5 speed transmission, and i find the ride to be uncomfortable and un-natural in feel. Much like an overweight LS430.
