Max HP out of a 340 (350 wildcat)????

Discussion in 'Small Block Tech' started by lesabre, Jan 13, 2004.

  1. lesabre

    lesabre HOMER SIMPSON FOR PRES.08

    What is the max horse power a person can get out of a 340ci?

    NO NOS OR SUPERCHARGER

    THANX PAT
     
  2. YellowLark

    YellowLark Well-Known Member

    As you get responses, keep in mind that horsepower measurement legally changed in 1972. So, you have to consider that your engine, which was rated at 220 hp in 1966, would be rated at about 170 hp today. That's where you are starting from.
     
  3. Revvin Rivvy

    Revvin Rivvy ReGaLsRiViErAsWw2wArBiRdS

    Well, lessee

    If you max everything out with what is now available (headwork, cam, headers, distributor, carb), 1 hp per cubic inch is attainable. If you had a set of "soft" heads such as Endyn's, a specific cam, super high compression pistons to complete the package, you could expect 2 hp per cubic inch. 680 horses, anyone?
     

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