1.LT1
Introduction:
LT1 V8 engine mounted on a Corvette C7.
New LT1 V8 engine in use two valves per cylinder, side cam shaft, while the overhead valve arrangement, will be equipped with direct injection technology, continuously variable valve timing system. In response to increasingly stringent environmental regulations, the new LT1 V8 engine will also be equipped with Active Fuel Management technology (Active Fuel Management). At low load conditions, V8 engine becomes V4 engine operation, so as to achieve the purpose of saving energy.
Summary:
Although the addition of LT1 V8 engine direct injection technology, is also equipped with active fuel management techniques, but the two valves per cylinder and a camshaft Side layout, let us see the stubborn heritage of its large displacement American style. Overall, LT1 V8 engine can not be considered a landmark, and the same displacement naturally aspirated engine compared to the opponent, LT1 V8 is still no advantage.