SB or BB, seriously guys? (also posted on SB Forum)

[Coupster]

Just in case you BB guys don't check out the SB forum, I'm posting here as well... apologies for any confusion.

I'm attempting to decide on BB vs. SB for a pending Superformance purchase. I simply can't decide. As far as I'm aware the main pros/cons (+/-) of each is as follows - pls correct me if I'm wrong or if I've missed something. The two engines I'm considering are (a) a new 460 crate, or (b) a new 351 stroked to 396.

BB:
* Sound - deeper rumble (+)
* Acceleration / torque (+)
* Authenticity (given that 427 was BB, kinda) (+)
* Bragging rights (+)
* Fuel consumption/running costs (-)
* Weight (-)
* Overall handling (cornering ability, braking) (-)
* Cost (marginally more expensive than new SB unit)
* Difficult/ expensive to meet emissions standards if registered as a new car - i.e. by engine age vs. body style (-)
* Higher insurance premium (potentially) (-)
* Driveability/fun (?)

On a relative basis, the SB pros and cons are effectively the opposite of the above. Of course you can get blistering performance from a stroked SB, or even a 'regular' 351 SB - I'm speaking in purely relative terms.

By the way, if anyone is interested in renting a Superformance Cobra next time you're in Las Vegas, give Rent-a-Vette a call. Just returned from a business trip, and spent Saturday in the SPF (SB 351 with 385hp if you're wondering). FANTASTIC car - even with over 15,000 miles on the clock. Gimme, gimme, gimme.

Thanks in advance guys - you're expertise/insight is much appreciated!