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Flat Plane Vs Cross Plane V8 engines. A flat plane V8 (animated on the left) is very much like two inline-4 engines mated together in a V configuration. Therefore end-to-end balance is inherent, as the first and last piston of a bank is always exactly in the same position, as are the center two pistons on each bank.
A stern drive engine is mounted directly to the transom of the boat (unlike an outboard that is more easily 'removable'). A Jet engine is an engine that cycles water through jets and pushes the water at a rate fast enough to push the boat - most PWCs and small speed boats use this water 'jet' power. Sailing is the use of wind as propulsion. And finally, human power is normally considered for paddle boats, canoes, kayaks, and such.