A V8 engine has eight cylinders arranged in two banks, with each bank forming a "V" shape. The angle between the two banks can vary, but it's typically around 90 degrees.
Here's why it's called a V8:
* V: Because of the "V" shape formed by the cylinder banks.
* 8: Because there are eight cylinders in total.
So, the "v" signifies that the engine has a V-shaped cylinder arrangement with eight cylinders.
