If you think the Chevy guys think it's ok.......put a Ford in a vintage Camaro, chevelle or better yet, a split window Corvette.
The only reason they put Chevy's in other stuff is b/c the parts are cheap. That's the only real reason. SB Fords are a much better choice considering the weight difference.
There have been many factory hotrods and performance cars that had SBF. Shelby picked the 260/289 (and BBs), Sunbeam Tigers (Chrysler owned) 260/289s, TVR Vixen, Panteras, etc etc...........