There is no difference what so ever. Same engines.
Many. 348 would be a small block, whereas the 454 is a big block.
Nothing at all. A long block is the complete engine. A short block is just the engine with no intake, exhaust, or accessories installed.
yes there is.
I don't know of any visual differences between them, but if you look up the block number at mortec.com you might be able to find it. The block number is stamped into a boss on the block just forward of the passenger side head.
sbc stands for small block Chevy engine and cid stands for cubic inches of displacement
The bore and stroke.
No
This is the block casting number for a Chevy 305, build between 1976 and 1979.
The strength of the engine block The 72 would be a better / stronger block.
Sandwiched between the heads and the engine block.
On the engine block. where on engine block?
The small block chevy turns in a clockwise rotation.