no
they make about the same HP (LQ9 vs G3 HEMI)
but the cheapest LS engine/tranny pullout I've come across is $500
whereas the cheapest HEMI pullout I've scouted is $1,500
I'd say a "safe bet" L33 with 60,000 verified miles on it can be had for $800
and stuffed into pre-72 metal for another $200 to $500 with OFF THE SHELF parts
I see it done all the time on stevesnovasite.com and 67-72chevytrucks.com
Like we have HemiDenny and Alterkation
they have ChurchBoysRacing and Heidts (and many more) for their front end stuff.
but yeah overall the HEMI swap stuff has come down in price A LOT in the last couple years.
