Big-block engines sit at the heart of some of the most iconic American performance cars and trucks, yet the term is often used loosely, as if it were just a synonym for “big horsepower.” In reality, a ...

If you are a racing buff, gearhead, or DIY mechanic, then you're sure to have come across debates between big-block engines versus small blocks and other modern engines. Each big block engine has its ...

There are many differences between diesel and gas engines, including some less obvious aspects of engine construction, such ...

In automotive nomenclature, small-block V8 engines are typically physically smaller than their big-block counterparts, hence the nickname. With some exceptions, the piston bores, stroke, cylinder head ...

While offering nearly similar V8 engines on paper, the Mopar 383 V8 offered a larger bore and stroke that boosted horsepower ...

A cracked engine block is generally considered a bad thing for many reasons, but just how can you tell whether or not your ...