At its core, the small-block V-8 succeeded because it was simple, and intentionally so. A traditional pushrod valvetrain, ...

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

From its humble beginnings in 1955 to powering everything from Corvettes to airplanes, this American icon has left an indelible mark on the world.

Ford’s Boss 302 V8 arrived as a purpose-built weapon for road racing, yet it ended up redefining what a small-block could be on both track and street. By blending high-rpm cylinder heads with a ...