My Comparo 2010 Touring Sport vs 2013 Mustang GT

JungleZ

I'm talking about the Z even being able to hang with just a Stock 2013 Stang.. I already know its over if they mod.

cossie1600

Trade it in, much cheaper and quicker

JungleZ

I wouldnt trade my Z in for a Mustang even if it was 600HP, only cars i would trade for cost alot more like Z06,Viper,M3.

No offense to Mustang guys, already said it was best bang for the buck easily, just cant get over the looks of the car or the mostly douchebag owners in my area at least.

shadoquad

Yep, to each their own.

DCNISMO

Ford stepped up and offers all kinds of go fast parts with full factory warranty when dealer installed. Blowers, intakes, suspension, tunes, wheels, brakes...

m4a1mustang

Yeah you could. I think jnaut has the fastest full bolt on time of ~12.4x @ 114.xx with his old Z.

That said, there have been stock 5.0 autos that have gone just as fast. But you can get there.

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kidkotic2001

Even though I am not into the mustangs or camaros this was a nice Right up.

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m4a1mustang

I have not driven an MS3. Road & Track has a nice comparo of the ST, MS3, and GTI in their November magazine. Pretty good read.

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m4a1mustang

Yeah the handling is just awesome. Really surprised by how much grip it as and how balanced it feels for a FWD car.

Interior is probably my favorite part. It's a real nice package with nav and the Recaros.

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SS_Firehawk

I didn't want to start another thread so I'm resurrecting this one haha.

Some might know my dad has a 11' Mustang GT track pack. Has a CAI, shaker hood scoop feeding the CAI, GT500 Mufflers, and a tune. This was during the winter and was about 20 degrees outside with a lot of dry salt on the road. With factory 9.5 in rears, I could gun it in third gear and it was breaking traction. Definitely had more power than my Z. To be fair, I've never driven my Z in 20 degree weather at only a couple hundred feet above sea level. I've only seen my Z break traction in 3rd on cement with a crest (it was kinda violent when it did haha). The Coyote motor screams pretty good. The interior while nice, I prefer the driver centric interior of the Z. I'm not taking anything away from the GT because it's tastefully done and was impressed. He had a Hurst shifter with a cue ball grip, definitely notchy, but easy to find gears. It was easy to rev match (I'm a rookie) and the clutch was very easy to modulate. I did notice transition and body roll were much more prominent with the GT. Suspension is definitely softer. He did have lowering springs on as well that dropped it about an inch. The brakes felt fine. I was impressed to find the rear's are vented disk as well. I felt no ill issues with the live axle rear end. I will say the car just felt so much larger than the Z, I felt like I was sitting on the car and not inside. Visibility was a non issue. The steering was vague compared to the Z's. Definitely felt American in that aspect. Steering wheel was ergonomic. Overall I feel the Mustang GT was impressive. I still prefer the Z, as it gives me everything I need and nothing I don't. These cars cater to two different markets and buyers. And I admit, I giggled like a school girl when I stabbed the throttle and it was breaking loose at 80mph. I think I still made the right decision to just boost my car as I'm still madly in love with it haha.

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DLSTR

Nice write up. If they would just put a real suspension on the Mustang Id take a better look at it. The live rear axle is stone age. Its plain cheap. Ford only makes 1 sorta sports car being the Mustang. Its a good car and a few small changes would make it better.
For my tastes, the lack of sophistication keeps it 1 step behind the Z and others, and the sheer size as well. I spent 2 weeks in a 11 GT rental in the Smokies last year so I have driven it for more than a short test drive.
Im very happy you found a car that works for you and provides the sporting feel you need and accomodates your taste and desire in comfort. That is not always easy to find! Congrats and enjoy when you get to the track!!

Ive noticed some of them here in Germany owned by Germans. They can be bought here of course at your local Ford dealer. Those who have them are quite passionate about them!!

KERMIT

The real step up from the z will be the C7 vette. (If you couldn't tell, that's my next car)

danegrey

just read the write up and I agree with you, nice job and nice switch
my Z may be the last Z, for the same reasons you have given. It's low to the ground, and take a bit of effort to get in an out. Currently in good shape, so that it is not a problem, thou my GF has a bit of a problem
being in our 60's does make a difference.. I like a manual and will continual until I cannot any more.

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luigi90210

good write up but honestly if i was going to buy a muscle car it will be the dodge challenger srt8

it weighs 2 tons, its slow accelerating, and it feels like a tank when driving, but it is a fun car to drive and i honestly have to say when i rented a dodge challenger, i loved that car

b1adesofcha0s

Not a huge fan of the retro interior on the Mustang, but I love what they're doing with the new Fords. The ST's interior was really nice, especially with the Recaros.

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