In 1937, Colombo designed the 158 engine for the Alfetta and caught the attention of Enzo Ferrari.Ferrari asked Colombo to design a small V12 for use in the new Ferrari marque's racing and road cars. The Colombo V12, however, convinced Enzo Ferrari to keep going forward. Based on a ’65 330 GT 2+2, power comes from a punched-out Colombo V12 reportedly good for more than 400 HP, and total build cost is reported to have exceeded the $1m mark. Still, it featured a larger 4.0-liter evolution of the Superamerica’s Colombo V12 engine the was found throughout the 330s. The swept capacity of each cylinder is 275cc which is where the model got its number, in classic Ferrari tradition. The wheelbase was lengthened by 2 inches, and Koni adjustable shock absorbers improved the handling. It retains its original engine, the 4.4-litre ‘Tipo 245’ Colombo V12, producing around 320hp, with rear-wheel drive via a five-speed all-synchromesh gearbox.

The 330 America shared the same chassis and sleek, classic look with the 250 GT/E. More than a reworked 250GTE, the 2+2 came with a sharper nose and tail, quad headlights and a wider grille. This 'Colombo' V12, named after its designer, was continually developed for decades and in 3.0-liter carburettor form it powered the iconic 1962 250 GTO.

0-60 mph (97 km/h) acceleration was just 5.4 seconds. Colombo's great work for Ferrari was a tiny 1.5 litre V12, first used in the Tipo 125, 159, and then 166 sports cars. Find it here on eBay in Fletcher, North Carolina for $585k OBO. 3. it produced 259 kW (352 PS; 347 hp) @ 7500 rpm and a maximum torque of 431 N⋅m; 318 lbf⋅ft (44 kg⋅m) @ 5500 rpm, could reach 280 km/h (174 mph). 4.0 liter Colombo V12 upgraded to 5.0 liter Colombo V12 In 1964 Ferrari replaced the 330 America with their new 330 GT 2+2.

4.4 L (4390.35 cc) Tipo 251 Colombo V12. Like all other V12-powered E38 7 Series models imported to the U.S., this one is a long-wheelbase L version. The Falconer V12 was brought to market in 1990 by world-renowned racing engine builder, Ryan Falconer.


Ferrari originally released the 275 GTS (and 275 GTB) in 1964, it was fitted with a 3.3 litre (3,286 cc) version of the Colombo V12 engine with three Weber twin-choke carburettors and a listed power output of 260 bhp. From 12/29/2015: 2000 BMW 750iL – $5,000 Arguably the most beautiful V12-powered car on our list is this one: a 2000 BMW 750iL with 193,000 miles, offered by a private seller in the Cincinnati suburb of New Richmond, Ohio, for $5,000. Get the best deals on Complete Engines for V12 with 12 Cylinders when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. The first Ferrari-Colombo engine appeared on 11 May 1947. Free shipping on many items | Browse your favorite brands | affordable prices. Designed as a thoroughbred racing engine specifically for marine and aviation use, it has also become a favorite of the high-end street rod and custom vehicle crowd.