318 and 360 small block question
True but even dead stock 2bbl 318 vs 2bbl 360 most would rather the 360, maybe could make a gas mileage argument for a 318 at that point, I'd still rather the 360 even if it cost a few mpg. Even if performance ain't a big deal it kind of is at least a little or otherwise most modern non performance cars wouldn't produce the power they do .
Mileage is not different, apples to apples comparison.
My dad bought a 78 power wagon, 360, 4-speed, 3.55 club cab short box, new, recorded every gallon of gas put in it, 14.5 mpg is what it got.
I bought a 78 power wagon, 318, 4-speed, 3.55 standard cab short box, used off the original owner 49,000 miles it got 14.5 mpg.
Both trucks totally stock, including tire size.
The 360 has more power, gets the same mileage, pulling a slightly heavier truck.
People here need to quit spreading bad info that the 360 gets worse mileage than the 318.
