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Originally Posted by Deki
Laguna Seca and Streets of Willow the GT500 was faster. Tied on Grattan Raceway. ZL1 faster on Gingerman and VIR. I don't know how anyone can call the ZL1 substantially faster in anything...And less sophisticated technology? Suspension or engine? Because last time I checked a pushrod V8 is not the most advanced technology in the world...at least not compared to a DOHC 32V design...that has less displacement and puts out almost 100hp more...just saying
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I wouldn't call it less sophisticated. Both have their ins and outs. OHC design doesn't automaticaly make it more advanced. Its not like several feet of chains and more valves are some high tech wizardry. Theyv been in use for 100 years, adding some dual vvt helps though.
I'm not hating on the gt500 at all, both impressive cars with similar performance.
However, by many counts, you would expect the mustang to be way faster than the zl1 on a road course, given the power and weight advantage. But, they come out very close.