I need schooling - old vs. new engines

mvh said
I guess I'm on the other side of this issue. I want smooth power when I put my foot down — I couldn't care less about a lumpy idle, in fact I hate the shaking. To each his own.

Then run the appropriate camshaft and be done with it. Tons of cars came with lots of power and ran very smoothly. It's no secret how to do it.