Engine profile

1958 Oldsmobile Super 88 engine family

Oldsmobile Rocket 371 overhead-valve V8 · 371 cubic inches · Oldsmobile

Engines and Induction summarized from reviewed factory and marque references. 1958 Oldsmobile Super 88

Engine Summary

1958 371 Rocket four-barrel V81958 371 J-2 Rocket V81958 371 J-2R special-order V8

Identification reference

Source-backed component numbers, codes, stampings, and application notes.

Value: 371 cu in; 10.0:1; three progressive Rochester 2GC two-barrels; dual exhaust; 312 gross hp at 4,600 rpm and 415 lb-ft at 2,800 rpm
Application: Optional J-2 path
Type: engine assembly / specification
Car pages: 1958 Oldsmobile Super 88

Value: 371 cu in; three Rochester two-barrels; mechanical lifters, special valve covers, racing camshaft; reported 330 gross hp at 5,000 rpm and 430 lb-ft at 3,200 rpm
Application: Special-order racing path; documentation required
Type: engine assembly / specification
Car pages: 1958 Oldsmobile Super 88

Value: 371 cu in; 10.0:1; Rochester 4GC four-barrel; dual exhaust; 305 gross hp at 4,600 rpm and 410 lb-ft at 2,800 rpm
Application: Standard Super 88 engine
Type: engine assembly / specification
Car pages: 1958 Oldsmobile Super 88

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Oldsmobile Division, General Motors Corporation via XR793 1958 Oldsmobile full-line brochure