Displacement Calculator Bore And Stroke

Engine Displacement Formula:

\[ Disp = \frac{\pi \times B^2 \times S \times Cyl}{4} \]

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1. What is Engine Displacement?

Engine displacement is the total volume of all the cylinders in an internal combustion engine. It represents the swept volume of all pistons moving from top dead center to bottom dead center and is a key indicator of engine size and potential power output.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the engine displacement formula:

\[ Disp = \frac{\pi \times B^2 \times S \times Cyl}{4} \]

Where:

\( Disp \) — Engine displacement (cubic inches)
\( B \) — Bore diameter (inches)
\( S \) — Stroke length (inches)
\( Cyl \) — Number of cylinders
\( \pi \) — Mathematical constant pi (approximately 3.14159)

Explanation: The formula calculates the volume of a single cylinder (π × radius² × height) and multiplies by the number of cylinders. Since bore is diameter, we use B²/4 instead of radius².

3. Importance of Engine Displacement

Details: Engine displacement is a fundamental measurement that affects engine performance, fuel consumption, emissions, and vehicle classification. Larger displacement typically means more power but also higher fuel consumption.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter bore diameter and stroke length in inches, and the number of cylinders. All values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute the total engine displacement in cubic inches.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What units should I use for bore and stroke?
A: This calculator uses inches for both bore and stroke measurements, which is common in automotive applications, especially in the United States.

Q2: How do I convert cubic inches to liters?
A: Multiply cubic inches by 0.016387 to convert to liters. For example, 350 cubic inches × 0.016387 = approximately 5.735 liters.

Q3: What is a typical displacement range for passenger cars?
A: Modern passenger cars typically range from 1.0 to 6.0 liters (61 to 366 cubic inches), with most falling between 1.5-3.0 liters (91-183 cubic inches).

Q4: Does displacement directly correlate with power output?
A: While larger displacement generally means more potential power, other factors like compression ratio, forced induction, and engine efficiency also significantly affect actual power output.

Q5: Can I use this formula for metric measurements?
A: Yes, but you'll need to convert the result. If using millimeters for bore and stroke, the formula becomes: Disp (cc) = (π × B² × S × Cyl) / 4000, where B and S are in mm.