The Chrysler Hemi and Chevrolet big block did more than power quarter-mile passes. They became shorthand for two rival philosophies of American horsepower, each with its own mythology and fan base.

There are many ways that automakers, particularly American ones, categorize the V8 engines they produce. They can essentially be put into one of two categories: big-block engines and small-block ...

Not to sound like a parody of Jerry Seinfeld here, but what's the deal with all these identical-displacement V8s from different manufacturers? We've talked about the Ford 427 vs. the Chevy 427 before, ...

While there have been some iconic big-block engines over the last few decades, it's difficult to argue with the success of the small-block engine. Small-block engines not only weigh less — allowing ...

No doubt about it, building a big-block Chevy is a more expensive proposition than one of its small-block kin; however, many favor these engines because their easy power and bountiful cubes deliver ...

It used to be, if you wanted a more powerful V8 engine, you'd have to build it bigger. It was a simple numbers game: Typically, the higher an engine's displacement, the higher its horsepower. This ...

Brian is a published author who has been writing professionally for a decade in politics and entertainment, but found his calling covering the automotive industry. His love of cars started at an early ...

The Big Block motor that spearheaded the muscle car era. We dive into the details behind this impressive engine and its legacy. Debuted in 1970, the Chevy 454 Big Block became iconic for power and ...

Last year Summit Racing Equipment released its SPC small-block Chevy block, and we finally got to check one out. Of course, the Gen IV/V LS/LT variants get most of the attention in today’s performance ...

The 1965 model year brought many changes for the Chevy Corvette. This N03-equipped Small Block coupe will soon cross the ...