The MOPAR power myth?

I almost bought a 69 396 SS 4sp Chevelle once.... But he wanted $800 and there was a dent in the quarter panel. Too much for a dented car!
I had a friend that had a 1963/ falcon futura that waxed a 396 chevelle in low and second gear, the guy couldn`t believe it. There were 4 people in each car. no brag, just fact! Wasn`t my car either.