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What is your idea of the best engine ever made? Consider factors such as durability, longevity, power, economy, low maintenance, etc.... all the good stuff.
I'm going to say the Chevy 350. It's been around since 1967, being used until 1997 and was based off of a tried and true block that had been running 12 years in the making. Now offered as crate engines.
In addition the blocks are usually pretty strong (especially the high nickel 010 blocks), parts for them are everywhere and anywhere, usually are the cheapest to build as compared to other engines using same quality parts, can make 400 hp easy w/o breaking a sweat, 500 if you don't mind it being a little untame, can have good economy when built right, doesn't require much up keep.
This engine has been used in everything from street rods, to muscle cars to 4WD trucks, to mud boggers, to race cars. Also this is one engine that will fit almost any vehicle with minimal mods, making it one of the most universal engines.
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When using the criteria you posted I would have to say a Chevy small block. However, as far as personal favorites go I am partial to the BMW S54 although I think very highly of the S85 as well.
jeeps inline 6(i believe?) that powered the cherokee and others for many years before being retired for no good reason(and thus killing the cherokee) is also a solid engine
BMW 2.8L six. Made the 3-series into a great performer, (328i) but even in the 5-series (528i E39) made it scoot while still getting 25mpg. Runs forever, very dependable.
The GM 3.8L V6 has always been a very good engine, they have been in everything from Buick LeSabre's to Firebirds. I also like the 3.0L V6 in the 90's model Nissan Maxima.
jeeps inline 6(i believe?) that powered the cherokee and others for many years before being retired for no good reason(and thus killing the cherokee) is also a solid engine
I'll second that. My Brother in law's Cherokee with that Inline 6 is on 200K with out any problems to that engine.
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