This Big-Block V8-Powered Chevy Spark Ran a 9.99-Second Quarter Mile It may look like a Chevy Spark, but it certainly doesn't sound like one. Nico DeMattia Published May 9, 2025 12:25 PM EDT ...

Chevy big block engines have a lot of character and history behind them. Does that make the hassle that can come with their potential problems worth it?

The combo of a small car and a big engine gets to the very heart of hot rodding, but this Chevy Spark is an extreme example of that tried-and-true formula.

Explore Chevy's Turbo-Thrust big-block V-8 legacy, from the 348 to the rare 427 Z11, powering classics like the Impala with forgotten muscle might.

How small can an engine be and still be considered a big block? Let's take a look at how different manufacturers over the years have tackled this challenge.