Test drove a 5.0 Today

m4a1mustang · 09-14-2010, 10:02 AM

Actually, the Mustang gets the nod under braking.

And I still stand by my balance comment. The Z has a lot of understeer, the Mustang is very neutral. But the Z has more lateral grip and stock-for-stock it's suspension keeps up with quick directional changes a bit better than the Mustang.

Oh and the Z has a better feel.

370Zsteve · 09-14-2010, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Actually, the Mustang gets the nod under braking.

And I still stand by my balance comment. The Z has a lot of understeer, the Mustang is very neutral. But the Z has more lateral grip and stock-for-stock it's suspension keeps up with quick directional changes a bit better than the Mustang.

Hey Steve, does the 5.0 back end jump a little sideways (like my Z) over some bumps or does it track straighter?

m4a1mustang · 09-14-2010, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

Hey Steve, does the 5.0 back end jump a little sideways (like my Z) over some bumps or does it track straighter?

Feels pretty similar to the Z over rough roads, which is surprising because you'd expect the live axle to kick you all over the place.

The only sports car I've driven that doesn't do this is the Cayman S. That sucker stays planted.

370Zsteve · 09-14-2010, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Feels pretty similar to the Z over rough roads, which is surprising because you'd expect the live axle to kick you all over the place.

The only sports car I've driven that doesn't do this is the Cayman S. That sucker stays planted.

Agree on the Cayman. The 911 is the same way, I drove one a couple of years ago. And the Ford engineers definitely sprinkled some Unicorn Dust on that rear axle over the past few years, it truly is amazing.

m4a1mustang · 09-14-2010, 10:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

Agree on the Cayman. The 911 is the same way, I drove one a couple of years ago. And the Ford engineers definitely sprinkled some Unicorn Dust on that rear axle over the past few years, it truly is amazing.

Yup, my '03 GT had the "hospital hop" any time I was cornering over rough pavement.

Nitex · 09-14-2010, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Yup, my '03 GT had the "hospital hop" any time I was cornering over rough pavement.

+1 Fords live rear has come along way.

Modshack · 09-14-2010, 11:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nitex

+1 Fords live rear has come along way.

Agree...I've found no limitations or compromises yet. My last three cars were the 370Z, '08 Corvette, and a '00 Porsche Boxster. I'm not disappointed with the GT at all...

09-14-2010, 10:02 AM	#1 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	Actually, the Mustang gets the nod under braking. And I still stand by my balance comment. The Z has a lot of understeer, the Mustang is very neutral. But the Z has more lateral grip and stock-for-stock it's suspension keeps up with quick directional changes a bit better than the Mustang. Oh and the Z has a better feel. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Switch to Linear Mode Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Wow... I drove a BEAST today!	Zcott	Other Vehicles	30	07-08-2011 11:29 PM
Drove an 06' WRX today...	Red370	Other Vehicles	17	07-26-2010 05:33 AM
Test drove Genesis coupe today	NXTAZEE	Other Vehicles	96	10-15-2009 03:14 AM
Test Drove all day today... great way to spend a holiday!	-EAD-	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	17	05-26-2009 11:49 AM
Test Drove the 370Z today (review inside)	RCZ	Nissan 370Z General Discussions	18	01-04-2009 06:05 PM