The Chrysler Hemi and Chevrolet big block did more than power quarter-mile passes. They became shorthand for two rival philosophies of American horsepower, each with its own mythology and fan base.

If you’re a fan of Chevy big-block engines then certain numbers make you smile a bit when you hear them: 454, 396, and our favorite, 427. But these days, thanks to the aftermarket, you can go ...

It's impossible not to like a 1956 Chevy, even if you're a Ford guy. OK, maybe I'm a little subjective here, but this 210 is the living proof that collectors are right when they pay high dollars for ...

Don Yenko-led projects were often great, but few had the charm of this particular small block V8.

The 1963 Chevrolet Impala 409 has never been subtle. Even among Chevrolet loyalists, the W-motor big blocks carry a mythic glow, the kind of powerplants that helped rewrite performance expectations ...

Chevrolet is known for producing a lineup of powerful small block Chevy crate engines. However, the biggest Chevy crate engines include big block varieties as well. Chevrolet's largest displacement ...

With four-figure horsepower numbers right out of the box, the Chevrolet Performance ZZ632/1000 crate engine is an absolutely beastly powerplant. This 1969 Chevy Chevelle takes all those cubes and ...

Alina has been enthusiastic about vehicles her entire life, and even from an early age found herself itching to get behind the wheel. Through high school and college, she could be found reading ...

Chevrolet has one of the longest and most distinguished histories in terms of muscle cars, engines, and racing. The brand is known for iconic cars like the 1953 Corvette and the 1970s Monte Carlo, all ...