It not just the ricers who have more than one cam, more than 2 valves per cylinder, etc.. If there was a easy way to put a late model power plant under a classic hood,
I would do it even if it had to be front wheel drive. I think a lot of people would.
The yestermotor like a inline six with its long stroke might pull a school bus up a steep hill but it will never run with the modern passenger cars.
FABO member, Ryan Peterson's turbocharged '66 Valiant (2,800 pounds) runs 10.60's at 127 miles per hour...
Just what "modern passenger cars" can he not run with?
Oh, sure, there are some 8-second twin turbo Mustang race cars that he obviously couldn't handle, but I don't know of ANY stock, showroom car he can't outrun.... short of a Bugatti Veyron.
Do you?