| Novi engine[1] | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Production | 1941–1966[2] |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | V8, supercharged, 90° cylinder angle |
| Displacement | 181 cu in (2.966 L) |
| Cylinder bore | 3.185 in (80.9 mm) |
| Piston stroke | 2.84 in (72.1 mm) |
| Cylinder block material | Cast iron |
| Cylinder head material | Cast iron |
| Valvetrain | 16-valve, DOHC, two-valves per cylinder |
| Combustion | |
| Fuel system | Carburetors |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Oil system | Dry sump |
| Output | |
| Power output | 550–837 hp (410–624 kW) |
| Dimensions | |
| Dry weight | 470–585 lb (213–265 kg) |
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The Novi engine is an American dual overhead cam supercharged V8 engine used in racing cars in the Indianapolis 500 from 1941 to 1966. Designed by Bud Winfield and Leo Goossen, it was built by Fred Offenhauser.[3][4][5][6]
- ^ "Secrets of the Novi V8". August 25, 2016.
- ^ "Novi Indy Engine". Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed.
- ^ Center, Smithsonian Lemelson (January 6, 2021). "The Supercharged, Super Fast, Novi Engine". Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation.
- ^ "NOVI ENGINES". RACING RETRO.
- ^ "Bob's Studebaker Resource Website(Studebaker Indianapolis 500 Novi Race car)". studebaker-info.org.
- ^ "Novi V8 Indy Car Engine In This 1963 Recording history V8". BangShift.com. October 18, 2021.