Thread: are sb 427's really 427 c.i.'s
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Old 09-09-2008, 05:32 AM
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Keep in mind we are talking about a Cobra, a 2200lb car.
The power to weight ratio is unlike any normal production street cars so once power has creeped ~400hp you will be fast enough to catch and pass anything on the road. I run a SB and love the performance and gas mileage ~15mph+, my good friend is powered by a SO which gets single digits on a regular basis.

The FE does sound different and looks the part. I actually prefer the FE and may install one someday. Remember the 60's cars were not as fast as many of the new technology FE or SB so be careful not to reach the overkill stage.

Best of luck on your build.
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