Any 427 FE owners regret not going for a small block stroker?

[Dangerous Doug]

I'm very happy with my KC 331 in my 289 FIA, and at times I think it's a bit much for regular street driving. It's pretty awesome.

However, I had an opportunity to drive a 427 SO powered Shelby Cobra, and it was AWESOME. Firing it up, it sounded like a biplane, too loud, too obnoxious, too powerful, and SO intoxicating. I loved it. What an adrenaline rush.

My 331 stroker seemed docile after that.

I drive my 331 Cobra frequently, and am glad I have the small block. It's plenty powerful for street driving, and really, I probably could have installed a Ford Racing 302 and called it good. Driving the 427 SO was over-the-top awesome, so I find it hard to think anyone would regret that choice. But, I don't regret my 331, either.

DD