Originally posted by Just1MoreDave I saw a Cobra replica at a car show this summer with the turbo Buick V6, like from a Grand National. That engine is pretty short so it left a fair amount of room under the hood and probably decent weight distribution. I can't decide if it was a good idea. I always figured the 289 would be enough, and certainly today you could get enough power from a Mustang powerplant. The originals only weigh what, 2400 pounds - current Mustang is 3700.
A small block Ford V8, like a 271 HP/289 K code would be nice, but it's hard to go wrong with the 90 degree Buick 3.8 liter V6, especially turbocharged. I'm a Buick fan...strike that from the record...an all encompassing automotive/motorcycle enthusiast.
One of our vehicles has the normally aspirated, 90 degree Buick V6, one of the reasons we bought it in the first place. Lot's of punch, smooth and dead reliable and durable...all this in a comfortable, quiet 6 passenger sedan.
I'm older now and comfort has become ....important.
...although I still like a large, powerful sedan.