To Stroke, or not to Stroke

k, first off 400-500-600hp 340/360/383/400/440/451/470/500/512/ or 528cid engines are NO garrenty for a 11sec timeslip.
you need to build your car AROUND what engine you decide to go with. that means front/rear suspension, weight transfer etc.
yes, a 440 stroker is EASIER to build then a 400 stroker, but the cost is still the same. the bigger the engine, the more
easily it can handle larger cams. the 451 engine is a a nice engine, light recipocating mass, etc. the the B-deck
is easier to install in a A-body. As far as what to expect from the 451.. it responds to upgrades like any other
engine. But as said by Myself, and others, IF you decide to go with big cubes.. be prepared to spend BIG $$$.
Also if you don't (especially in the cylinder head area), don't be surprised if your 512 gets smoked by a 340 with W5 heads.