302 or 460 build up

[Jim Yeagley]

Pat,

I wouldn't expect a whole lot of torque from the 302.  It's got a pretty
short stroke, 3" I think, and short stroke motors are typically made for
high revving, upper rpm horsepower.  Not to say you can't get low end from
it, but it would not be cost effective.

The 460 spells torque.  If you want to stick with the Windsor engine
family(302), why not go with a 351W?  It's pretty much a stroked 302,
slightly taller and wider, but most 302 bracketry will bolt right up.  Plus,
considering the popularity of the 5.0l Mustang, go fast goodies are
plentiful.

Jim Yeagley
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>Hi All;
> This isn't strickly efi but efi will go on it so..
>I'm getting a 302 ( 5.0L) or a 460 (7.3L) to build for a light car
>Hp isn't what I'm after I want torque ( more fun, less tickets)
>
>what would you guys suggest for around 300hp and lotsa grunt( the 460 will
>be closer to 400hp)