289 vs 318 ..... Ford vs Mopar
Another factor.....
- autolite 2100 was rated at 287 cfm's feeding 289 C.I.
- Carter BBD was rated at 280 cfm's feeding 318 C.I.
Honestly, I think that Ford, Chevy, mopar all have good engines that have potential in making power. I think it all comes down to personal preference and what you are wanting to do with your car and the budget you have to work with. It's a known fact that the mustang's of the mid to late 80's responded well to just simply basic bolt ons. A friend of mine had a 1989 mustang that ran a flat 14 et and he only had bolt ons, 3.55's, cat back exhaust.
