You noticed that American V8s sound different from European V8s. Ever wondered why? The American V8 has a low raw rumble while most European V8s especially Italian V8s are loud in their revs. The difference lies with the type of crankshaft used – flat-plane crank or cross-plane crank. Have a look for the explanation. Continue reading Why Do American and European V8 Engines Sound Different? Crankshaft!