Y-block V8

GPTKB entity

Properties (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf engine
gptkbp:bore 3.5-4.0 inches
gptkbp:compressionRatio 8.5:1 to 10.5:1
gptkbp:constructionMaterial aluminum or cast iron
gptkbp:controls mechanical throttle
gptkbp:coolingSystem water-cooled
gptkbp:debutYear 1954
gptkbp:discontinued 1964
gptkbp:displacement 239-312 cubic inches
gptkbp:drivetrain 16
OHV
gptkbp:engine gptkb:Ford_Y-block_family
cast iron
longitudinal
approximately 600 lbs
rubber mounts
thermostatic control
various_Ford_models
gptkbp:engineType naturally aspirated
in-block
multiple displacements available
widely used in the 1950s and 1960s
gptkbp:exhaustSystem dual exhaust
cast iron or aluminum
gptkbp:firstAwarded 1954 Ford passenger cars
gptkbp:firstHeld 1964_Ford_passenger_cars
gptkbp:fuelCapacity 5 quarts
gptkbp:fuelType gasoline
standard
carbureted
distributor ignition
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Y-block V8
gptkbp:legacy popular in hot rod culture
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Ford
gptkbp:marketSegment automotive
gptkbp:notableFeature overhead valves
gptkbp:notableModels gptkb:Mercury_Monterey
gptkb:Ford_F-Series
gptkb:Ford_Thunderbird
Lincoln Capri
gptkbp:operationalHistory part_of_Ford's_post-war_engine_lineup
gptkbp:performance aftermarket parts available
gptkbp:powerOutput up to 300 hp
gptkbp:productionYears 1954-1964
gptkbp:relatedPatent Y-block_V6
gptkbp:setting gptkb:V8
gptkbp:stroke 3.1-3.5 inches
gptkbp:successor FE_engine
gptkbp:torque up to 400 lb-ft
gptkbp:usedIn gptkb:Ford_cars
gptkb:Mercury_cars
gptkb:Lincoln_cars