What is better 8v or 16v?

Well 8 valves (8v) basically means a 4-cyl engine with 2 valves/cyl (one for intake and one for exhaust). 16 valves (16v) means 4 valves/cyl (two each for intake and exhaust). The 16v engine is better in terms of performance as it has an easier time taking in air and pushing out exhaust (i.e, breathing).

What does 16v mean on a car?

– The shape of a combustion chamber means you get more valve area from four valves (16v), than two (8v).

Is more valves better?

More valves equal better airflow and a more efficient engine. Smaller valves are lighter, which means the engine can rev higher, create more power, and in general, look down upon the two-valve engines of the world with a sense of multi-valve satisfaction.

How many cylinders is a 16v engine?

A V16 engine is a sixteen-cylinder piston engine where two banks of eight cylinders are arranged in a V configuration around a common crankshaft. V16 engines are less common than engines with fewer cylinders, such as V8 and V12 engines.

Is the 8V71 the same as any other engine?

You drive an 8V71 same as any other engine, 1200 to 1600 and it will live a long time. You drive an 8V71 same as any other engine, 1200 to 1600 and it will live a long time. Click to expand…

How many horsepower does a Detroit Diesel 8V71 have?

Someone will correct me if I am wrong, but an 8V71 I believe was a 318 HP engine, and 8V71T (turbo) was 350 HP. They were pretty tough engines, always leaked oil, and you wanted to keep them wound up pretty tight.

Is the 92 series engine the same as the V71 engine?

The 92 series and V71 engines are more or less similar in appearance. You must also notice that top of the block of V71 is fully curving at the top of the block when V92 is at the point.

How many cylinders does a v 71 have?

The V 71 series is offered in 6, 8 12, 16, and 14 cylinders versions and used in various industrial, construction, highway, and marine applications. Need Assistance? If you need help selecting the right Detroit Diesel part for your needs, please use our quote request form.