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dating from a time when engines were less complex (and cheaper to repair), this Bentley 3-L Speed, with its 'Sloper' carburettors, still produced 80 bhp, enough to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans race 5 times during the 1920s

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Doug Cruden01-Jun-2022 20:09
Cracking shot...but only 80bhp? Goodness me, how things have changed in the past 100 years
Julie Oldfield01-Jun-2022 01:57
A fine capture of this machine’s engine. Really interesting. V
Dave Petersen Photography31-May-2022 13:58
A very interesting view with excellent clarity and detail. The simplicity likely increased dependability and should have made repair much easier. Nicely captured with the lighting and strong contrasts. The Bentley sign really adds interest to this composition. VV
LynnH30-May-2022 16:19
The shade-tree mechanic's days are long gone... V
Jeff Real30-May-2022 13:21
I love to contemplate the engineering and craftsmanship seen here!
Thse colors are really awesome as well!
V
janescottcumming30-May-2022 12:36
Now all the engines have computer chips in them!
Fong Lam30-May-2022 04:58
Despite its vintage age this engine has a reassuring appearance and able to spew out a respectable bhp...and those carbs are more accessible for tuning and repairs...a fine closeup...V
Kevin D Warren30-May-2022 01:01
Nice shot of this classic and classy engine. I do often long for those "simpler" times.
Dennis Hoyne30-May-2022 00:11
I love these kind of images, exquisite detail.
Bill Miller29-May-2022 22:21
I like how you used to be able to see how things worked. No black box engineering.
Arthur Lebacq29-May-2022 20:19
Interesting and spectacular detail of this famous car....very well captured....VV
Johnny JAG29-May-2022 19:29
Nice plumbing
Viviane29-May-2022 17:11
Impressive
Walter Otto Koenig29-May-2022 16:42
Nice detail shot, especially with the Bentley name.
Helen Betts29-May-2022 16:01
Great composition, especially with the car's name plate in view. Sometimes simpler can be better.
joseantonio29-May-2022 15:59
a big different with today´s powerful and more electronic engines.V
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