A longitudinal engine refers to a type of engine placement in a vehicle where the engine is positioned lengthwise or parallel to the vehicle's direction. Full definition
It will be a two - seat coupe with rear drive and a direct - injection V - 12 longitudinal engine mounted in the front. (topspeed.com)
The SUV follows the F - Pace's longitudinal engine layout with the drive biased towards the rear wheels. (autocarindia.com)
The Şahin, Doğan, and Kartal all shared the same rear wheel drive platform with longitudinal engine placement, MacPherson design suspension system for the front wheels and a live axle for the rear. (en.wikipedia.org)