The worst possible would have been the 360. Even my '68 Torino GT 390 was good for 16-18 with a set of 3.70 gears. A good choice would be a 460. Some of those did very well.

I understand what you mean with the M-B's, Lexus and Bimmers as we have way more then our fair share here in my town, a B-R community for the State Capital and the many lawyers. The 'greenies' and their Prius' and others are in Saratoga, 15 miles North. I too get lots of thumbs up with my car

Which Ford truck forum are you on? I visit the Ford Truck Enthusiasts site kinda irregularly now, but have been able to PO a few regardless