It followed up another iconic Chevy engine, the 265 V8, which the company started using in 1955. In terms of raw power, the ...

This small-block V8 Chevrolet engine genuinely changed the course of automotive history, inspiring V8 engines across the ...

Chevrolet debuted a new overhead-valve V8 engine in 1955 with a 265-cubic-inch displacement. It became known as the Small Block Chevrolet. The engine has been a favorite due to its simple design ...