OK, this has bugged me for a while so let's see what the rest think is the correct term for an engine/motor. I heard some time many years ago that en "engine" creates it's own power (from gas, diesel, etc.) and a "motor" runs off power such as electricity. I have no idea if that's a correct differenciation or not OR if it applies to the marine stuff.
So, which is it? Is a 350 chevy in a boat an "engine" or a "motor"? What about an outboard? What do the pros call them (marine mechanics, etc.)? I see both used all the time, but I prefer to use the correct terms when talking to someone about my boat.
So, which is it? Is a 350 chevy in a boat an "engine" or a "motor"? What about an outboard? What do the pros call them (marine mechanics, etc.)? I see both used all the time, but I prefer to use the correct terms when talking to someone about my boat.