Ford 5.4 in some of the smaller rigs?
While looking for a short "C" (The Majestic 19G or a 24 footer), I noticed that a number of these are not just E-350s, but don't even have the V-10... they have a 5.4L V-8. Not to say the engine is b...
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An interesting observation: the current Ford V8 is rated for 255 HP. The original version of the V10 in my 32' class C motorhome is rated for 265 HP.
HP numbers are not the complete story, of course, not by a long shot; the gearing and powerbands and such also matter a great deal for performance and perceived performance. That said, I have no trouble believing that the current V8 would be perfectly adequate for a small or medium sized class C, even when towing something reasonably modest. I certainly find my motorhome to have sufficient power, and it's not that small (32' overall, and about as aerodynamic as a barn door). I don't win races, but I don't generally hold up traffic either.
HP numbers are not the complete story, of course, not by a long shot; the gearing and powerbands and such also matter a great deal for performance and perceived performance. That said, I have no trouble believing that the current V8 would be perfectly adequate for a small or medium sized class C, even when towing something reasonably modest. I certainly find my motorhome to have sufficient power, and it's not that small (32' overall, and about as aerodynamic as a barn door). I don't win races, but I don't generally hold up traffic either.
