Just remember Hoarders don't live any longer than anyone else. Somebody needs to store the old stuff for future needs of others!

W/o getting into the age old "340 vs 360" debate. Those legendary 340's that slayed on the street/strip scene were very likely in a light A-body with good gearing, conv., cfm, comp., cam.

It really comes down to the whole package, what you have to start with and where your budget best lets you throw your money at. I'd rather build a stroker ($) and run a milder gearset and converter.