Chevrolet big block vs small block

Alan Roehrich · 11-26-2018, 10:55 PM

Mr Tosto is correct. The decision about how fast you want to be determines more about what you spend than the choice between big block and small block. Ask the Sorenson brothers, they went from nasty fast with a 427 to just as fast with a 396, and now very quick with a 350.

Yes, a block for the big block is $1200 higher, and the rotating assembly is maybe 25% higher. But you can buy new head and intakes for the big block, as well as the carburetor. Honestly, the rest isn't that much difference in price, if you're buying top shelf parts and paying for really good work.

And yeah, the nine second big block is a bigger thrill, if speed does it for you.

11-26-2018, 10:55 PM	#7
Alan Roehrich Veteran Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Murfreesboro TN Posts: 5,116 Likes: 1,573 Liked 1,831 Times in 415 Posts	Re: Chevrolet big block vs small block Mr Tosto is correct. The decision about how fast you want to be determines more about what you spend than the choice between big block and small block. Ask the Sorenson brothers, they went from nasty fast with a 427 to just as fast with a 396, and now very quick with a 350. Yes, a block for the big block is $1200 higher, and the rotating assembly is maybe 25% higher. But you can buy new head and intakes for the big block, as well as the carburetor. Honestly, the rest isn't that much difference in price, if you're buying top shelf parts and paying for really good work. And yeah, the nine second big block is a bigger thrill, if speed does it for you. __________________ Alan Roehrich 212A G/S