BMW’s “M73” 5.4-liter V12 was pretty old by 1999, having debuted in 1993 and been used in luxurious cruisers like the 8 Series and 7 Series. It packed a decent punch, with 326 horsepower and ...

This engine is closely related to the V12 BMW M built for the McLaren F1 ... discounting the engine and the transmission, sourced from an 8-series BMW. Some changes include a newer suspension ...

BMW has a long history with the V12 engine, introducing its first M70 unit in 1987 and going through phases of offering it in both the 7-series saloon and the E31 8-series. It, of course ...

This, however, is evo, and who can’t get excited about the prospect of owning a V12? BMW recently revived the 8-series name following its near two-decade hiatus from the marque’s line-up.

BMW, only recently celebrating 25 years of V12 engines in its 7 Series sedan and releasing a special 25 Years Anniversary Edition, has put the future of the top-flight execu-barge in question.