Having a V8 engine does not always guarantee big power. Some, like the early 350-horsepower LS1, are tuned for drivability and usable power delivery, not necessarily outright horsepower performance.

This could lead to smoother running engines, and it's a sign the TFG engine's story isn't over.

The 5.3-liter V8 Ecotec3 might seem like the stepchild of the General Motors family, especially with the LS series of engines around, but it's a winner in its own right. This naturally aspirated ...