Differences: original 289 Cobra & original 427 S/C Cobra

[DKing]

The ERA web site is very helpful. There are a number of very subtle differences noted. Thanks.

I know one of the key ideas behind going Kirkham or Shelby (same car, different serial numbers, right?) is for authenticities' sake. But has anyone put a small block into a Kirkham or Shelby 427 S/C? Definitely not faithful to the original design, but hey, who am I to argue with Bob Bondurant?

Aside from the ridicule from the purists, could this be the path to Cobra Nirvana?

So, here's the fess up: I think I'd prefer a small block, but I like the 427 S/C design better, and personally would prefer a Kirkham or Shelby. Anybody out there stuff a small block into a Kirkham 427 S/C?

Don't get me wrong: there are some mighty fine Cobras out there (Hhmmm, and some pretty scary ones, too) that are not faithful to the original design. I'm trying to reconcile my taste in engines with my taste in cars.

-dbk