New Mustang 5.0L confirmed HP

BrokenVow · 12-19-2009, 05:17 PM

I wouldn't choose a Mustang over a Z unless it was a Terminator. But the difference in handling between the current Mustang and the Z is about the same as the Z vs the S2K; significant, but nothing catastrophic.

To me it seems like Pharmacist had a friend he really looked up to and aspired to be like, and that friend didn't like LRAs. So ever since, he has clung pathetically to the idea that live-axles are the bane of society, and he must at all cost insult them, despite a vast ignorance, lack of track time in any aforementioned vehicle, or a firm foundation at all, just to affirm that his friends opinion is correct, as to remain in that friends good graces.

But that's just what it seems like.

m4a1mustang · 12-19-2009, 05:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrokenVow

I wouldn't choose a Mustang over a Z unless it was a Terminator. But the difference in handling between the current Mustang and the Z is about the same as the Z vs the S2K; significant, but nothing catastrophic.

To me it seems like Pharmacist had a friend he really looked up to and aspired to be like, and that friend didn't like LRAs. So ever since, he has clung pathetically to the idea that live-axles are the bane of society, and he must at all cost insult them, despite a vast ignorance, lack of track time in any aforementioned vehicle, or a firm foundation at all, just to affirm that his friends opinion is correct, as to remain in that friends good graces.

But that's just what it seems like.

+1 rep.

Rickey89 · 12-19-2009, 05:47 PM

why not just be happy that these cars will beautify our streets, rather than seeing the sea of compact econo cars

i actually considered waiting for the 11' stang over the Z, but after test driving the Z there was no reason to wait.

I love ford, i have a 67' fastback in the garage thats kind of on the backburner as far as restoration but even so i considered the Z to be more a drivers car, the mustang will be nice, and this is 1 more reason to hurry up and get TT's for my z. but i strongly believe the Z is and will continue to be more track oriented

370Zsteve · 12-20-2009, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Rickey89

why not just be happy that these cars will beautify our streets, rather than seeing the sea of compact econo cars

i actually considered waiting for the 11' stang over the Z, but after test driving the Z there was no reason to wait.

I love ford, i have a 67' fastback in the garage thats kind of on the backburner as far as restoration but even so i considered the Z to be more a drivers car, the mustang will be nice, and this is 1 more reason to hurry up and get TT's for my z. but i strongly believe the Z is and will continue to be more track oriented

I came "this close" to buying a '67 fastback in 1984, but instead bought an Alfa Romeo GTV-6. Stupid choice although the Alfa was a blast to drive it was a money pit. That Stang was black on black with a 428 side-oiler dropped into it.

Rickey89 · 12-20-2009, 05:34 AM

ya that stang sounds niice, ill post pics of mine once i get home

its quiet a project though, i have ordered a couple parts already though

carpet/door handles/decklid/and locking kit for the ignition and trunk

370Zsteve · 12-20-2009, 05:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rickey89

ya that stang sounds niice, ill post pics of mine once i get home

its quiet a project though, i have ordered a couple parts already though

carpet/door handles/decklid/and locking kit for the ignition and trunk

Howz the rust?

G37Sam · 12-19-2009, 06:13 PM

This talks reminded me of Top Gear's V10 R8 vs. Vette ZR1

Technically speaking, the ZR1 outperforms the R8 in the handling department, thing is you need a talented one behind the steering wheel to get it out of the ZR1. Similarly, inspite of the Mustang having a LRA I still believe it can do well on a track if the driver is competent. Otherwise he'll be just wasting tires.

Trips · 12-19-2009, 07:48 PM

Lug · 12-19-2009, 11:15 PM

You know the new mustang outperfoms a 2008 350Z in both slalom and skidpad tests? No wait, it's a piece-o-crap so how could that be?

TARDCORE · 12-19-2009, 11:31 PM

I didn't really read into it much but what is the projected price difference gonna be? man in 2011 we are gonna see these things everywhere! pretty cool that ford is bringing an affordable 400 hp range car into their line like chevy an dodge did. Nissan's turn...

Pushing_Tin · 12-19-2009, 11:45 PM

I love Ford, I've owned a half dozen of them and will take a look at the new Mustang when it arrives. The lack of an IRS will stop me but I'm glad to see it's getting a real 6 speed finally. I'd also need that ridiculous mast antenna removed.

Lug · 12-20-2009, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Pushing_Tin

I love Ford, I've owned a half dozen of them and will take a look at the new Mustang when it arrives. The lack of an IRS will stop me but I'm glad to see it's getting a real 6 speed finally. I'd also need that ridiculous mast antenna removed.

My biggest dislike of the mustang is the sudo retro interiors. They need to keep the weight down, something Chrysler and Chevy have failed miserably at.

Pushing_Tin · 12-20-2009, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Lug

My biggest dislike of the mustang is the sudo retro interiors. They need to keep the weight down, something Chrysler and Chevy have failed miserably at.

I can take it or leave it, I think the Mustang does retro a hell of a lot better than the Camaro did. The Camaro interior is awful.

SilverBullet · 12-20-2009, 02:33 AM

I don't like how they make the v6 look uglier than the GT.

ricky bobby · 12-20-2009, 04:00 AM

I WANNA GO FAST!!! and to the guy that thinks one car is faster than the other i say it depends on who's driving. i had a mustang in the past, most fun i had sideways.

and as for the Z i love it but me personally i could use another 80hp

12-19-2009, 05:47 PM	#3 (permalink)
Rickey89 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: San Antonio/Texas Posts: 203 Drives: 09 370z BS/Sprt Man Rep Power: 16	why not just be happy that these cars will beautify our streets, rather than seeing the sea of compact econo cars i actually considered waiting for the 11' stang over the Z, but after test driving the Z there was no reason to wait. I love ford, i have a 67' fastback in the garage thats kind of on the backburner as far as restoration but even so i considered the Z to be more a drivers car, the mustang will be nice, and this is 1 more reason to hurry up and get TT's for my z. but i strongly believe the Z is and will continue to be more track oriented __________________ -Rickey 09 Brilliant Silver 370z Manual W/Sprt Pck

12-20-2009, 05:34 AM	#5 (permalink)
Rickey89 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: San Antonio/Texas Posts: 203 Drives: 09 370z BS/Sprt Man Rep Power: 16	ya that stang sounds niice, ill post pics of mine once i get home its quiet a project though, i have ordered a couple parts already though carpet/door handles/decklid/and locking kit for the ignition and trunk __________________ -Rickey 09 Brilliant Silver 370z Manual W/Sprt Pck

12-19-2009, 06:13 PM	#7 (permalink)
G37Sam A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Dubai, UAE Posts: 1,507 Drives: RB'd G37 Rep Power: 21	This talks reminded me of Top Gear's V10 R8 vs. Vette ZR1 Technically speaking, the ZR1 outperforms the R8 in the handling department, thing is you need a talented one behind the steering wheel to get it out of the ZR1. Similarly, inspite of the Mustang having a LRA I still believe it can do well on a track if the driver is competent. Otherwise he'll be just wasting tires. __________________ '14 Viper GTS '08 RB'd G37S - Sold Last edited by G37Sam; 12-19-2009 at 07:49 PM.

12-19-2009, 07:48 PM	#8 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,732 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	__________________

12-19-2009, 11:15 PM	#9 (permalink)
Lug A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 1,926 Drives: 2006 350Z Rep Power: 20	You know the new mustang outperfoms a 2008 350Z in both slalom and skidpad tests? No wait, it's a piece-o-crap so how could that be? __________________ keep Chubbs in your pocket - Chubbs

12-19-2009, 05:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
BrokenVow Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Tacoma, Wa Posts: 37 Drives: 2004 Volvo S60R 6MT Rep Power: 17	I wouldn't choose a Mustang over a Z unless it was a Terminator. But the difference in handling between the current Mustang and the Z is about the same as the Z vs the S2K; significant, but nothing catastrophic. To me it seems like Pharmacist had a friend he really looked up to and aspired to be like, and that friend didn't like LRAs. So ever since, he has clung pathetically to the idea that live-axles are the bane of society, and he must at all cost insult them, despite a vast ignorance, lack of track time in any aforementioned vehicle, or a firm foundation at all, just to affirm that his friends opinion is correct, as to remain in that friends good graces. But that's just what it seems like.

12-19-2009, 11:31 PM	#10 (permalink)
TARDCORE Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 410 Drives: 2010 Solid Red 370Z Rep Power: 17	I didn't really read into it much but what is the projected price difference gonna be? man in 2011 we are gonna see these things everywhere! pretty cool that ford is bringing an affordable 400 hp range car into their line like chevy an dodge did. Nissan's turn... __________________ XBL:EVENTYDE

12-19-2009, 11:45 PM	#11 (permalink)
Pushing_Tin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 2,875 Drives: E63 AMG Rep Power: 228	I love Ford, I've owned a half dozen of them and will take a look at the new Mustang when it arrives. The lack of an IRS will stop me but I'm glad to see it's getting a real 6 speed finally. I'd also need that ridiculous mast antenna removed.

12-20-2009, 02:33 AM	#14 (permalink)
SilverBullet Track Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: California Posts: 873 Drives: 2008 G37 Rep Power: 17	I don't like how they make the v6 look uglier than the GT.

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