supercharged engine
Forced-induction motor
A supercharged engine uses a mechanically driven compressor to force more air into the combustion chambers, increasing power output beyond what the engine's displacement would normally produce.
The supercharger is typically belt-driven from the crankshaft, distinguishing it from a turbocharger, which uses exhaust gases.
The supercharged engine gave the muscle car its distinctive whine.
- turboExhaust-powered compressor
- twin turboDual forced-induction engine setup
- boostedRaised or amplified
- horsepowerRate of mechanical work
- nitrousRelating to certain nitrogen compounds
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