staff@slashgear.com (Shane Schmid)
2024-04-18 07:15:16
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As impressive as 1,000 hp is, the ZZ632/1000 isn’t the first time a crate engine has featured such potent power. The famous Hellephant debuted back in 2019 with specifications claiming 1,100 hp. The difference with the ZZ632/1000 is that it can generate 4-digit horsepower figures without a supercharger. This naturally aspirated crate engine offers some distinct advantages compared to competitors with forced induction systems.
Naturally aspirated engines feature a less complex, more maintenance-friendly design without the need for extra supercharging components. No supercharger also means the engine is lighter at a shipping weight of 740 lbs, whereas the smaller 6.2L Hellcat Hemi V8 sits at just over 870 lbs. You’ll also benefit from enhanced engine notes that aren’t minimized or altered by the inherent whine of forced induction. The ZZ632/1000 offers incredible performance without a supercharger and, as a result, is among the most powerful naturally aspirated engines ever made.