[mgarblik]

The battery itself would not be the single item to assure reliable starting from what you described here. Having excellent large gauge battery cables and connections is most important. Utilizing an ignition cutout or timing retard for cranking would be second on my list. Finally, a high capacity, gear reduction starter properly shimmed would be next. If the above items are all addressed, honestly a battery from Rural King would start that car. Nothing fancy would be required. A battery with 700-800 CCA would work just fine. Not very sexy I know, but the truth. If a Lithium Ion battery or an Optima (six pack), battery is desired for looks or the much lower weight, or power density, that's why they are available. An AGM to avoid spilling hazards and vibration issues could be used as well. If you need to keep an eye on your batteries condition with your smart phone than some sort of integrated battery system may be cool. But none of that stuff is needed to start your engine in the staging lanes at the drag strip. Let your wallet and desire for gizmos help you decide.

I reread the above suggestions and will add. You didn't mention if your engine was fuel injected or had a carburetor, (s). With a carburetor, you need 90-110 RPM cranking speed to start reliably. Electronic FI engines, especially Holley stuff needs 130-180 RPM's to start. It needs time to find the #1 cylinder for sequential FI so both cam and crank signals need to be evaluated and synchronized. The higher CCA's will help maintain cranking speed longer.