[427sharpe]

Go with the 460, or even better a mild 460 stroker. It WILL make more power than a small block (ain't no replacement for displacement) and do it effortlessly--forever! I have seen a lot of 'built' small strokers in my rearview fail because of engine stress factors (piston speed, rod angularity,etc..) and I have seen a lot of big blocks run thru a lot of abuse without problem. The small block will provide easier (not neccessarily better) handling, but I think you can build a solid 460-514 for a lot less than I see Windsor strokers going for. A mild 460 can provide 500 lb ft of torque (gross) in STOCK form, and well over 400 hp. The torque will put the big stupid grin on your face, and I think that's what it's all about. Now I will sit back and wait for all the Windsor fans to wind up!