How much HP does a 351W have?

Ford 351W V-8 Specs

What’s a better engine 351 Windsor or Cleveland?

The 351 Cleveland is a member of the 335 series family of Ford small-block engines. Its large ports and oversize canted valves give it more horsepower and allow it to run at a higher rpm than the Windsor. The valve covers have a twisting curve and are attached by eight bolts.

Is a 351 Windsor a Ford engine?

The 351W is named for the factory in Windsor, Ontario that produced them. It is part of the long-running Ford small-block Windsor V8 family, which also includes the venerable Ford 302 (5.0L) V8.

What year is the best 351 Windsor?

From what I have read, the best year for 351W blocks are 1969, 70, and 71. For some reason these were the strongest 351W ever produced, but very hard to find.

What can a 351 Windsor be stroked to?

Now you can, because Performance Automotive Warehouse (PAW) makes it possible by taking Ford’s venerable 351ci Windsor small-block and stroking it to 427 ci. Stroking an engine to achieve greater displacement is nothing new. It’s a common sense approach to getting an engine to produce more power.

What does 351 4V mean?

4v = four valves (per cylinder) “Venturi” is UPPERcase and “valve” is LOWERcase.

How many miles will a 351 Windsor last?

could go up to 300,000 miles if you never run it over 3000 rpm or it could last another 50 miles if you run it at say maybe 8000 rpm.

How much is a 351W engine worth?

As far as values it certainly depends on supply and demand but if the engine is in reasonably good rebuildable condition and an early example, I would think it worth somewhere between $300 and $450.

Is 302 or 351 engine better?

So for equal money, a 351 will have more cubes, more low end torque, and a lower RPM peak. A 302 will have the same HP, but a slightly higher tq peak with lower tq numbers. In almost any situation, cubes are better. Unless you can make your goals cheaper with the super-cheap 302.

Can you put 351 heads on a 302?

351w on a 289/302 will work just fine. getting the comp ratio correct is where you’ll have to do measuring and math. valve size remember the standard 289/302 intake valve relief on the piston is 1.78′.

When did the Ford 351 Windsor reach its peak?

Part of the 90 degree small block V-8 family of Ford engines, the 351 Windsor reached its peak stock horsepower in 1969 at 290. Though this small block is a platform capable of much greater performance, you can easily modify it to make more horsepower and torque.

Can a 351 Windsor be used with a boost?

The combination of bolt-on mods and boost represented serious changes to the Ford 351 Windsor we secured, but similar upgrades can be applied to just about any popular V8. Wanting a Ford, we selected the 351 Windsor over the smaller 302 for two very important reasons.

Which is better 351 Windsor or 302 block?

It may be more economical to buy entire high performance heads, with cams, racing springs, rockers and valves. That way, a performance company has already matched individual components for maximum flow and performance. A handy trick for the 351 Windsor is using parts from its cousins. The 351 is a redesigned 302 block.

Can a 351 Windsor be used at swap meet?

So, if you come across vintage hot-rod heads at a swap meet or in classified ads, they needn’t be limited to the 351 Windsor.