What is 302 w?

The 302 Windsor is a V8 engine produced by Ford Motor Company. It is part of the Windsor family of engines and was first introduced in 1968. The engine has a displacement of 4.9 liters and was primarily used in trucks and performance cars, such as the Ford Mustang.

The production version of the 302 Windsor had a four-barrel carburetor and produced around 220 horsepower. However, there were several performance versions of the engine that were produced, including the Boss 302, which was used in the Mustang Boss 302 and produced 290 horsepower.

The 302 Windsor has a cast iron block and cylinder heads, and uses a hydraulic lifter camshaft. The engine has a bore of 4.00 inches and a stroke of 3.00 inches, and a compression ratio of around 9.0:1.

The 302 Windsor has been a popular engine for performance enthusiasts, as it is relatively easy to modify and has a good power potential. Many aftermarket companies produce performance parts for the engine, including intake manifolds, cylinder heads, and camshafts.

Overall, the 302 Windsor is a reliable and capable V8 engine that has been used in a variety of applications for over 50 years.