680493: The American Motors AMX-390 V-8 Engine - Technical Paper

Event: Mid-Year Meeting

Authors

George F. Leydorf

Manager Advanced Engine Design

George E. Onishi

Manager Development Department Advanced Engineering and Research

Abstract

Content: Design and development of the new American Motors 390 cubic inch V8 engine is described. Large displacement is enclosed within minimal dimensions with moderate weight. Air flow bench-tested induction and exhaust system components enhance power. Retention of common components and common machining with the predecessor 290 and 343 engines assured manufacturing economy.

Meta Tags

Topics: Exhaust systems

Affiliated or Co-Author: Manager Advanced Engine Design
Manager Development Department Advanced Engineering and Research

Details

DOI: https://doi.org/10.4271/680493

Pages: 11

Citation: Leydorf, G., and Onishi, G., "The American Motors AMX-390 V-8 Engine," SAE Technical Paper 680493, 1968, https://doi.org/10.4271/680493.

Additional Details

Publisher: SAE International

Published: Feb 1, 1968

Product Code: 680493

Content Type: Technical Paper

Language: English