400 HP at what RPM? HP numbers are just for bragging rights, torque wins races. I'll take an engine with 350 HP and 450+ lb/ft of torque over an engine with 400 HP and 400 lb/ft. No, a 455 isn't THAT expensive to build.

 

thats what i said. thats why i'd take the pontiac v-8 over the chevy way more torque.