[tyrri]

I just happened to stumble over this V8 engine series on the homepage of the Russian maker ZMZ - and I thought this might do as a cheap Mustang (or in other "older" American cars) engine replacement? Traditional construction, 4.25(260ci) and 4.67ltr (285ci) displacement - am I just nuts or could I be on to something?
http://www.zmz.ru/eng/main.html
http://www.zmz.ru/eng/prod_511.html

[wilit]

Okay, first off, WHY? Where the hell are you going to get replacement parts for a Russian engine in America? Two, good luck finding a tranny that will fit that thing, and fit inside of a Mustang. Third, their best 4.67 litre V8 only makes 130hp. For godsakes Ford's bottom of the line Zetec 4-cylinder makes 2 more ponies than that hunk-o-crap. Fourth, are you a commie? Why would you stuff a powerplant made by America's sworn enemy for the past 50 years into an ICON of America?

[Fordgazm]

Easy man , he just asked a question .

[wilit]

Whoops, forgot to put the after the "commie" comment. I just get tired of seeing posts, "Hey, can I easily swap a Chevy 350 into my Mustang?" or, "hey, I just bought a twin cylinder steam engine, how hard is it to put into my Mustang?" questions. Come on people. Why would you WANT to put anything other than a Ford engine in a Ford? I mean, this isn't even a brand loyalty thing, it's a common sense thing. I mean, don't you think dropping an engine into a car made by the same manufacturer would be 10 times easier than finding some obscure engine combo made in a country that doesn't even make sports cars?

[tomcat101]

This girl that i know, her dad has a 68 fast back that had a sweet 289 in it. he change the engine for some big chevy engine and only gained a second in the 1/4 mile. now if he could only give his old engine!

[snakepit]

For one, the motor in question would be a waste of time. One must consider torque as well as HP. Beisdes that, who would not want a ford motor in a ford anyway? IF you must han an odd motor, you could always opt for the supercharged 3.8L V8 Jag motor (which is the same one used in the new thunderbird). That puppy puts out 380HP. But if I were to attempt an odd ball install, it would have to be the ford mod V10 that they are going to put in the new shelby Cobra. To squeeze that baby in the Mustang would be a great project! If you want a cheap route, you could always re-build your current motor into a sqreaming monster. Heck, there is alot you can do to the 4.6L motor and since it has not been out quite that long there probably is not much in aftermarket performance parts that will bring out the full potential. Yes there are many aftermarket products out there, but selecting the right ones for your intended application (drag, road course, or street).

[Mana4Real]

Originally Posted by wilit

Whoops, forgot to put the after the "commie" comment. I just get tired of seeing posts, "Hey, can I easily swap a Chevy 350 into my Mustang?" or, "hey, I just bought a twin cylinder steam engine, how hard is it to put into my Mustang?" questions. Come on people. Why would you WANT to put anything other than a Ford engine in a Ford? I mean, this isn't even a brand loyalty thing, it's a common sense thing. I mean, don't you think dropping an engine into a car made by the same manufacturer would be 10 times easier than finding some obscure engine combo made in a country that doesn't even make sports cars?

I'm with Ryan on this one.

[snakepit]

I can see how displacement may be an issue if you were building a Drag car and you wanted to produce 1200 HP. But then again that is far different than modifying a daily driver. I still think the Ford V10 has some appeal in that market. Then again, you have to build a motor to withstand the use of nitro methane, which means you cannot use production stock motors for that purpose. That is one reason you do not see any radiators on these motors since the block and heads do not have water passages.

Actually I have my eye on that honda 4 stroke single piston motor on my lawn mower. Just think of the gas milage I would get with that baby under my hood. I wonder how many of those I would have to join together to even come close the the amount of power my 4V -4.6L provides? Have you ever seen lawnmower races :thumbsup That is too funny , but those things can move.

I see no bennifits in crossing the line from one manufacturer to another. That would actually cost more.