1970 L78 nova

[MotownMadman]

Marlin, Back to the car stuff, your numbers on power to weight are correct, but you failed to factor in torque in the equation, which is somewhat more with the big block. Any twisting taking place will do so in maximum torque range,(low end), vs maximun HP range, (mid to high end). The actual HP rating at low end launching from the lights is no where near the stated numbers. The big block having more torque will create a greater twist factor, which always occours at launch under max torque. I dont know if this theory has anything to do with chevrolets decision not to put the 4.10 in the BB Nova, there may be a multitude of reasons or none at all. Although this theory makes sense, that doesnt mean Chevy even considered it. The frame shop I worked in many years back had the most business pulling High Performance drag cars back straight from the Buick crowd, which happens to have the highest Torque ratings of all GM. Hmmmmmm........
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