Home > Mary Evans Prints Online > New Images August 2021
Early Motor Cars - First Vee-Type Daimler Engine
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Early Motor Cars - First Vee-Type Daimler Engine
Early Motor Cars - First Vee-Type Daimler Engine, 1889.
1889
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23075824
© Mary Evans Picture Library
1889 Automobile Automobiles Combustion Daimler Engineering Engines Workings
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases an early motor car featuring the First Vee-Type Daimler Engine, manufactured in the pivotal year of 1889. The 1880s marked a significant turning point in the history of transportation as the combustion engine began to replace the horse-drawn carriages. The intricately designed engine, a marvel of engineering innovation, is the focal point of this image. The Vee-Type Daimler Engine, named after its distinctive V-shaped configuration, was a groundbreaking design that revolutionized the automotive industry. Its unique design allowed for better cooling and improved power output compared to the contemporary flat engines. This engine layout is still widely used in modern vehicles today, demonstrating the enduring impact of this engineering milestone. The image reveals the meticulous workings of this early engine, with its detailed components, including the cylinder blocks, pistons, and connecting rods. The engine's intricate design, combined with the elegant lines of the motor car, exemplifies the ingenuity and creativity of the inventors and engineers of the late 19th century. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of automobiles and the development of the combustion engine. It serves as a reminder of the relentless pursuit of innovation and progress in the field of transportation, which continues to shape our world today.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.