The History Of The Oldsmobile 455: GM's 'Other' Big Block ... - DrivingLine
WEBFeb 23, 2021 · Dive into the Oldsmobile 455 big block's details, and it's easy to see why this V8 had such a broad appeal—and why it continues to present excellent value for hot rodders and classic car restorers alike.
Pontiac 455 Engine Guide - Pontiac's Best Big-Block V8 Engine
WEBAug 13, 2023 · Ultimate guide to the Pontiac 455 V8 engine produced from 1970-1976. Learn 455 Pontiac specs, history, best mods, and more.
Everything You Need To Know About GM's Trio Of 455 Cubic
WEBJul 15, 2021 · In 1968 Oldsmobile debuted the Rocket 455, an engine that was part of a family of 3 (with 400 and 425 cubic inch engines sharing a similar architecture). Offering between 310 and 400hp, and pushing out a spectacular 500 lb-ft of torque, the 455 big block was most famously used in the 442 muscle car.
Pontiac V8 engine - Wikipedia
WEBThe 1971 Pontiac 455 HO was Pontiac's first engine to receive a special 800 cu ft/min (23 m 3 /min) Rochester Quadra-jet carburetor with specific jetting. The 1971 455 HO was rated at 335 hp (250 kW) @ 4,800 rpm and 480 lb⋅ft (651 N⋅m) of torque @ 3,200 rpm ( gross ).
The Pontiac 455 V8 was The GTO and Firebird Brand's Last "Big …
WEBMay 20, 2021 · Of the three 455 cubic inch V8 engines offered by General Motors in 1970, the Pontiac 455 took the most unusual route to the market. Unlike Oldsmobile and Buick, which had both big block and small block engines on the shelf, Pontiac had been developing the same eight-cylinder formula since 1955.
Pontiac 455 Engine Buildup - Hot Rod Magazine - MotorTrend
WEBJun 15, 2016 · Read on as we take out our two-bolt 455 block engine out from out 1973 Pontiac Bonneville wagon and build up it's horsepower. Only at www.hotrod.com, the official website for Hot Rod Magazine.
Buick 455 Engine Guide - 7.5L V8 Specs, Performance, Reliability
WEBAug 16, 2022 · The Buick 455 is a big block 7.5L V8 that was produced from 1970-1976. It came at a time when big block V8’s were dominating the muscle car world. The 455 cubic inch motor made 350-370 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque in its early days.
Oldsmobile 455 Vs Pontiac 455: What's The Difference?
WEBMar 10, 2024 · The Oldsmobile Rocket 455 V8 engine met the same exact fate as the Pontiac 455, leaving the marketplace by the end of 1976.
Pontiac 455 Engine: A Close Look at the GTO's Powerhouse
WEBNov 22, 2023 · The Pontiac 455 (7.45L) was a big-block eight-cylinder V-shaped engine with a cast iron block and cylinder heads. (The engine codes were stamped on the front block - left side, which is an excellent way of knowing the …
What Is an Oldsmobile 455-Inch Big-Block? - MotorTrend
WEBNov 17, 2022 · Westech Performance dyno tests a 455-inch Oldsmobile big-block from the muscle-car golden age that puts out big-torque across the rpm range.
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