Originally Posted by fla1976
Another consideration is that you'll have to get another tranny if you switch from the Olds. If you are just starting out, you want to see all the costs that you can upfront. SBC are cheaper to build, but a BBC can make more power without getting too radical. That torque is the prime mover.
.....I agree even lo-po BBC have an abundance of torque for the street....not that I'm advocating street racing :shock: .... plus they look cool when poppin the hood :twisted: :twisted: