Two quick things, I think the biggest part that will bug you, B or C body is the steering, I have a firm feel stage 3 on my Barracuda, but the Borgeson on my Valiant felt much better. Don't skimp on steering. Second I agree 16" is prob perfect for you, but the Barracuda below had 18s and the Vette 17s, both with a little more tire height than most....
Here are 18" on a Vette for comparison as well, slightly smaller tire though.
And I think 18" can really suit just about anything with the large array of tire sizes you can get in it...
