Introduced in 1970, the Chevy 454 — affectionately known as the Rat Motor – was the largest displacement Chevrolet engine to enter the big-block engine showdown of the muscle car era. At 454 cubic ...

Chevrolet Performance's ZZ454 crate engine is a formidable package, aimed right at the mid-range of big-block Chevy performance. With a rated 469 horsepower and 519 lb-ft of torque, it is enough out ...

It's only natural that the retro styling of the Gen 5 Camaro inspires modifications and personalization from an earlier era. That's why about 85 percent of the cars are rolling these days with ...

We have noticed many early-model custom-truck Ford engines substituted with Chevrolet muscle. Personally, I feel it is disrespectful to Ford's heritage; it's a slap in Henry's face. Why would a person ...

When starting a project vehicle, there are several considerations to take into account, such as the complexity of the build, costs, and parts availability. Unless you happen to have several thousand ...

Famously featured under the hood of the 1970 Chevy Chevelle SS 454, the 454 V8 is a big-block engine that helped define the golden age of muscle cars. Very few engines ever came close to the power and ...

The Chevy 454 V8 and the Pontiac 455 V8, two of the most iconic engines from the 1970s, have powered some of the most memorable muscle cars of that era. The Chevy 454, particularly in its ...