5.7 HEMI Vs. 408 Stroker

well I appreciate everyone's responses. I think I'm going to go with the EFI 408 set up but it might take a little bit considering I'm trying to go to grad school next year and don't have deep enough pockets.

Also my engine has less than 1000 miles since it was rebuilt, how bad of an idea (if possible) to not get the full stroker kit(bearings, etc). Just everything needed to stroke it out(crank, rods,etc.).?????

sorry if this is a ridiculous question I'm learning as I go.

Thanks everyone for everything.
Grant