^^ Wasn't directed at you just in general
Every engine has it's nuances. Just gotta fix them and move one considering end goal.
For a balanced track setup?? I wouldn't look much futher than a EFR powered VET. The added weight of the iron block straight 6 is a non starter. Also, a LS anything is going to require rethinking the oiling system.
However, if I am drifting. Any one of a number of LS, RB, JZ or whatever other alphabet soup you want to throw in is good to go