I need schooling - old vs. new engines

Not to offend you, but 22 years ago I made 540 HP on 408 inches with a way too small hydraulic roller and Edelbrock heads.

I could duplicate that today, add another 40 HP easy and do it for less than 15k.

And it would idle smooth and drive so easy a school girl could jump in it and be comfortable.
A hot schoolgirl?