longblock v. shortblock
#5
RE: longblock v. shortblock
the difference in a small block and big block is just like it sounds, small blocks are smaller and wiegh less with less displacement compared to big blocks. I beleive the cross over is around 400ci but there are some big blocks with less than that
#6
RE: longblock v. shortblock
Big block vs small block is based purely on physical size. Displacement is not a consideration, though big-blocks will typically have more displacement, although that is not a rule.
ORIGINAL: Kadence
the difference in a small block and big block is just like it sounds, small blocks are smaller and wiegh less with less displacement compared to big blocks. I beleive the cross over is around 400ci but there are some big blocks with less than that
the difference in a small block and big block is just like it sounds, small blocks are smaller and wiegh less with less displacement compared to big blocks. I beleive the cross over is around 400ci but there are some big blocks with less than that
#7
RE: longblock v. shortblock
A big block is heavier, but since it puts out more power than a small block, could a big block beat a small block with less power, even though it has more weight? (given that its the same car, with stock everything, i.e. an 01 GT if it could ever be done)
#8
RE: longblock v. shortblock
eh...its a hard question, but im going to make my stand on NO...because while it can make more power easily, it normally does not have as great a power/weight ratio or power/liter ratio...what i've always known big blocks for is MAD low-end torque
#9
RE: longblock v. shortblock
Close. I have Never seen a long block as a compete assembly. That usually falls under the crate motor category
short block = block and rotating assembly. meaning cam, crank and pistons
long block= block, rotating assembly and heads sometimes valve covers but not usually. You don't get any accessories or intake with a long block.
short block = block and rotating assembly. meaning cam, crank and pistons
long block= block, rotating assembly and heads sometimes valve covers but not usually. You don't get any accessories or intake with a long block.
ORIGINAL: Kadence
easy way is a short block does not come with heads and intake and all that stuff whereas a longblock is a complete motor.
easy way is a short block does not come with heads and intake and all that stuff whereas a longblock is a complete motor.