Ditched my camaro order for the Z!

280z/300zx · 09-04-2009, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by SManZ

ZNewb - did you get a chance to test drive the Camaro SS? I've been tossing the idea around in my head but I'm concerned that the size, weight, and handling of the Camaro will turn me off. It would be interesting to get thoughts from someone that has driven both the Z and Camaro.

A sub 5 sec 0-60 and massive 6.2L V8 is attractive but a recent test pitted the Mustang GT against the Camaro and both drivers commented on somewhat lazy response and a lot of understeer with the Camaro - the Mustang had the advantage in the corners. The last time I drove a Mustang GT I was definitely not impressed with its handling and so if the Camaro is worse...I dunno.

Wait until next year with the stang gets the 400hp 5.0 motor, then make your choice. I love the Z and all but you sound like you are on the fence between a muscle car and sports car. Just saying for you it might be better to wait just a bit longer so you can check out the new stang. It'll have the 400hp similar to the camaro but will be slightly lighter than the 370z (current GT is at 3350lbs). While cornering in the stang won't be nearly as good as the Z, the extra power might be enough to sway you. Just food for thought.

Red370 · 09-04-2009, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by 280z/300zx

Wait until next year with the stang gets the 400hp 5.0 motor, then make your choice. I love the Z and all but you sound like you are on the fence between a muscle car and sports car. Just saying for you it might be better to wait just a bit longer so you can check out the new stang. It'll have the 400hp similar to the camaro but will be slightly lighter than the 370z (current GT is at 3350lbs). While cornering in the stang won't be nearly as good as the Z, the extra power might be enough to sway you. Just food for thought.

Actually, the body will retain its current weight, plus an additional 350lbs added from the 5.0 motor, overall it will weigh the same and have 25hp less than the SS, Z will still be an upgrade over both. Be advised, the 5.0 has yet to be approved by FMC.

Forrest · 09-05-2009, 04:50 AM

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Originally Posted by 280z/300zx

Wait until next year with the stang gets the 400hp 5.0 motor, then make your choice. I love the Z and all but you sound like you are on the fence between a muscle car and sports car. Just saying for you it might be better to wait just a bit longer so you can check out the new stang. It'll have the 400hp similar to the camaro but will be slightly lighter than the 370z (current GT is at 3350lbs). While cornering in the stang won't be nearly as good as the Z, the extra power might be enough to sway you. Just food for thought.

if the current mustang gt weights 3572 lb courtsey of motortrend 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS vs 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T vs 2010 Ford Mustang GT - Specs and Road Test Data - Motor Trend
How exactly is a bigger v8 going to make the mustang gt weigh less? Will ford start using expensive material for light weight components?

Red370 · 09-05-2009, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Forrest

if the current mustang gt weights 3572 lb courtsey of motortrend 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS vs 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T vs 2010 Ford Mustang GT - Specs and Road Test Data - Motor Trend
How exactly is a bigger v8 going to make the mustang gt weigh less? Will ford start using expensive material for light weight components?

No.

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