Engine · petrol
Chevrolet L78 engine
The Chevrolet L78 is a 6.5-litre petrol 8-cylinder engine. In our catalog you find it in the Chevrolet SS and the Chevrolet Nova SS II.
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- Power
- 280 kW381 PS
- Torque
- 563 Nm415 lb-ft
- Displacement
- 6,489 cc6.5 litres
- Cylinders
- 8
- Fuel
- Petrol
- In our catalog
- 1967–19722 generations
Cars that use it, by year
Production years of each generation in our catalog. Click a bar to open the car.
In our catalog
Chevrolet SS280 kW · Rear-wheel drive
1967–1972
Chevrolet Nova SS II280 kW · Rear-wheel drive
All cars with the L78 by year: Chevrolet SS (1967–1972) · Chevrolet Nova SS II (1968–1972)
Versions
| Power | Torque | Gearbox | Used in | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 280 kW (381 PS) | 563 Nm | -Rear-wheel drive | Chevrolet Nova SS II | 1968–1970 |
| 280 kW (381 PS) | 563 Nm | -Rear-wheel drive | Chevrolet SS | 1967–1969 |