The article discusses the benefits of choosing a crate engine for a street rod, including saving time and reducing frustration levels. Crate engines are shipped in wooden crates and often include everything needed to run in the car for which they are designed. However, not all crate engines are intended for use on public streets. The article highlights the variety of crate engines offered by the big three automakers, including Dodge, Chevrolet, and Ford.
Some of the most powerful crate engines mentioned in the article include the Dodge 426 HEMI crate engine with 1,500 horsepower, the Chevrolet ZZ632/1000 Deluxe crate engine with 1,004 horsepower, and the Ford 760-horsepower supercharged 5.2L Raptor R crate engine. The article also mentions the Chevrolet 572-cubic-inch big-block crate engine with 655 horsepower and 710 lb-ft of torque, which is the lowest-priced option. All of these engines offer impressive performance and are designed for both power and drivability.