Engine profile

1963 Oldsmobile Starfire engine family

Oldsmobile Starfire ultra-high-compression Rocket V8 · 394 cubic inches · Oldsmobile

Engines and Induction summarized from reviewed factory and marque references. 1963 Oldsmobile Starfire

Engine Summary

1963 Starfire 394 V8

Identification reference

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

Value: 394 cu in; 4.125 x 3.6875-inch bore and stroke; 10.5:1 compression; Rochester four-barrel; 345 gross hp at 4,600 rpm and 440 lb-ft at 3,200 rpm
Application: Standard in Starfire coupe and convertible with console Hydra-Matic
Type: engine assembly / specification
Car pages: 1963 Oldsmobile Starfire

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