Big Block Chevy

GPTKB entity

Statements (57)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:jet_engine
gptkbp:aftermarket_support available
gptkbp:availability parts still produced today
gptkbp:community enthusiast clubs
gptkbp:compression_ratio varies by model
gptkbp:cooling_system water-cooled
gptkbp:cultural_impact featured in movies and TV shows
gptkbp:displacement 427 cubic inches
396 cubic inches
454 cubic inches
gptkbp:emissions_standard higher than modern engines
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Chevrolet_big_block
cast iron
gptkbp:engine_configuration gptkb:V8
gptkbp:engine_power varies by usage
gptkbp:engine_type overhead valve
in-block
gptkbp:exhaust_system dual exhaust
aluminum or cast iron
gptkbp:first_introduced gptkb:1958
gptkbp:fuel_capacity approximately 600 lbs
wet sump
gptkbp:fuel_economy varies by model
gptkbp:fuel_type gptkb:gasoline
gptkbp:historical_significance popular in 1960s and 1970s
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Big Block Chevy
gptkbp:ignition_system distributor ignition
gptkbp:is_popular_in muscle cars
gptkbp:legacy iconic American muscle engine
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular oil changes
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:General_Motors
gptkbp:market performance enthusiasts
gptkbp:notable_features high torque output
robust design
large displacement
gptkbp:notable_models gptkb:Chevrolet_Impala
gptkb:Chevrolet_Chevelle
gptkb:Chevrolet_Suburban
gptkb:Chevrolet_Corvette
gptkbp:number_of_engines aluminum or cast iron
gptkbp:power_output up to 500 horsepower
gptkbp:racing_series gptkb:NASCAR
gptkb:Racing
gptkbp:related_to small block Chevy
gptkbp:restoration popular among collectors
gptkbp:sound distinctive rumble
gptkbp:successor LS engine
gptkbp:torque up to 600 lb-ft
gptkbp:tuning gptkb:common
highly tunable
gptkbp:type gptkb:V8_engine
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Chevrolet_vehicles
gptkbp:valve_configuration overhead valve
pushrod
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Edelbrock_Pro-Flo_EFI
gptkb:Edelbrock_Pro-Flo_4_EFI_System
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7