In 1964, Chevrolet unveiled the redesigned El Camino as a more utilitarian take on its A-Body architecture. Marketed as a utility vehicle, Chevy's most powerful engines didn't initially make it into the El Camino's engine bay. Luckily, GM came to its senses as optional small and big-block powerplants became available after its first year in production.

Maximum airflow and more efficient cooling at low speeds and in the most extreme of conditions, when and where it's needed most.