Ford’s 427 and 428 FE V8s came from the same basic big-block family, yet they ended up with very different personalities on the street and track. Small changes in bore, stroke, and intended use turned ...

Ford's big block engines are among the best-known and most respected V8s in American history. From the pure-blooded racing heritage of the 427 and its derivatives to the massive torque-happy 429 in ...

In 1964, Ford introduced the Thunderbolt, one of the greatest factory drag racers ever created. Essentially a midsize Fairlane stuffed with the 427-cubic-inch (7.0-liter) V8 offered in full-size cars, ...

Scott Dapron, Prescott, AZ - Ford FE 427- You are looking at one of the rarest combinations of Ford FE 427 motor and aftermarket heads on the planet. Back in the early '60s, Mickey Thompson developed ...

The horsepower wars were in full swing by 1966, and Chrysler had just released its NASCAR-derived street HEMI engine. As a follow-up to its dedicated drag racing 1964 Thunderbolt, Ford responded with ...

Over the years, the 427-cubic-inch crate engine has taken many forms. Originally, the 427 was offered as a big block engine by both Ford and Chevrolet. In the 1960s, Ford's 427 big block dominated ...

During what was arguably the most exciting period of the American automotive industry, Ford helped take the American V8 to new performance heights. Last year (2023), Ford celebrated its 120th ...