Triangulated 4 link question

I am putting a triangulated 4 link in my 71 duster and I understand all the geometry for a 4 link but I am wondering if there is an advantage of having the top bars angle from the center of the axle to the frame rail over having the bars come from the axle to the center of the vehicle via a cross member. I would love to hear your thoughts!
The position of the bars will potentially affect how you run your exhaust, but I don’t think there would be much difference in how the suspension will work.