Why the 318 is a phenomenal engine...

We have. Works great.
How much of a difference did it make using a stock 360 2 barrel intake and carb on a stock 318?
I love the sleeper vibe.
And for that matter, what year of 2 barrel 318 intake is the best for a 2 barrel 318 that is dead stock?
I'm just playing around with ideas here.....