"Would people be willing to be a similar price or slightly more for a system that is putting our more power than either of the mentioned systems"
How would you do this? The Bassani has no resonator, a very nice Y-design, and 2 of the least restrictive mufflers you'll find (you can look right through em). They did look at both 2.25 and 2.5 inch tubing and chose 2.25 for optimal flow. The quality is excellent with mandrel bends, heavy guage stainless and very nice welding. You will have to beat this system on price or perhaps sound I think.