Which one of these four is the strongest image and you are most drawn to as a viewer?

Posted by Josh Hoffman on the Big Photo Hunt community board.

These were captured at the Hall of Honor within Peleș Castle in Romania.

I can't decide if the color or black and white are stronger images for the viewer. Also, I can't decide between the two different crops for which one is better.

I'm personally drawn to the first one of the four, but I'd like your guys opinions and thoughts.