Probably just depends on what power level you’re going too honestly.
I kept receipts and records of my 440 build and was looking at them yesterday with Chris’s discussion.
3,276.18 USD is what i have total in my 440 to date. Another 350-600 on the dyno when that time comes but it’s fully complete now. That includes machining, headers, Edlebrock heads and Comp Cams. King Bearings, Forged pistons. Aluminum water pump housing and pump, finned valve covers and your ignition set up.
Everything is either name brand aftermarket or Mopar performance in this engine.