I like both images. But I think the b/w is stronger in #1.
When I scroll the screen and cut off the bottom portion of #2 up to the first shadow where the metal beems are (the lightest area), it really pulls your eyes down the track.
Like I figured about 50/50. You guys are a big help! (trying to push the sarcasm through the computer). But seriously, thanks for the comments and Woodsac I see what you are saying when you scroll the screen a bit on #2.