When it comes to famous automotive engines, the V8 typically receives most of the fame. There’s something about having eight cylinders arranged in a “V” formation that captivates most of the world’s gearheads. Its sound, its historical significance, and its use in virtually all classic muscle cars, pickup trucks, and the large majority of sports cars all come together to make the V8 one of, if not the most famous motor ever conceived by mankind.
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