Bore and stroke do far more than define engine size. They help shape airflow, piston speed, torque delivery, and rev ...

Engine power is a product of its overall displacement, but two similarly-sized engines with different bore and stroke ...

Diesel engines have long been known for their durability, efficiency, and high torque output. While their popularity has never been especially high in the United States with a few little exceptions, ...

Four-cylinder engines have been part of the automotive scene for over a century. Yet the quest for more power under the hood dominated most of the 20th century, giving rise to six- and eight-cylinder ...

Readers of this series will discover new thoughts and ample reinforcements for building consistent, powerful, and competitive Saturday-night engines. Jencks lays the hard-core foundation and McFarland ...