360 vs 383

But on the line of mechanics and ease of work'n on them, if we just look on top.......
the 383 intake swap is a marvel compared to the small block, as the 383 has no coolant through the intake, less bolts, and the gasket can be re-used right in place. Also, distributor swapping/tuning on the 383 is obviously easier up front than the rear. Water pump also, just 4 bolts and a small pump. Also, we could head down the block to the oil pump and oil pan ....

The distributor up front just means it’s in the way. Plus, it’s quicker and easier to pull the distributor and change the curve so the up front distributor is just a PITA.

I can change an intake almost as fast on a small block as I can on the BB. The extra time is dropping some coolant.

So those two things are non starters.