PLEASE NEED HONEST OPINION CAMARO VS MUSTANG - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

sixty4 · 06-09-2011, 05:37 PM

Thinking about pulling the trigger. My problem is a friend owns a 2ss and says its kind of boring? I drove it not all that bad. Says the performance is just not there? If he had to do it again said he would go with a Mustang.
So my problem is a Camaro SS or a Mustang GT? Honest opinions please!

NOT trying to start WWIII. Just if given a choice would you purchase a Camaro agian?

NBC/CGM · 06-09-2011, 05:52 PM

Nothing against the mustang but, I love my camaro and would buy it again hands down.

a_Username · 06-09-2011, 05:55 PM

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...95717&page=141

Cristoff · 06-09-2011, 05:55 PM

I'd buy my Camaro again in a heartbeat. I drove both and it's not even a comparison. To me it boiled down to style more than raw power that I would never be able to use to its fullest potential anyway.

That's why I chose the 2LT/RS in the end. Don't regret a second either.

Sarah · 06-09-2011, 05:58 PM

Lol! You come to a Camaro forum to ask this question, you can guarantee what were all going to say...

BATMANs · 06-09-2011, 05:59 PM

I like DOHC.

And the new 5.0 is the only Mustang I have any respect for.

Especially after I heard that taking the RPMS up to 8k yields 480hp.

newagemuscle · 06-09-2011, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sixty4

Thinking about pulling the trigger. My problem is a friend owns a 2ss and says its kind of boring? I drove it not all that bad. Says the performance is just not there? If he had to do it again said he would go with a Mustang.
So my problem is a Camaro SS or a Mustang GT? Honest opinions please!

NOT trying to start WWIII. Just if given a choice would you purchase a Camaro agian?

Had the 5.0 been out when I bought my Camaro, It would have definetly made my decision more complicated. I still think in the end I would have gone with the Camaro. In my opinion I like the looks of both, but I think the Camaro still has the edge on styling. I have owned several stangs and really like them. This was actually my first Camaro. I hear a lot of complaining on the interior in the camaro, but after riding in my buddies 2011 california special... I did not think it had any thing on ours. As for the powertrain in the new GT... I do like that a lot. The 5.0 is really a throw back for me because that what my first car was (1986 Mustang GT).

Drive both and get what makes you happy. I can only tell you that I am completely satisfied with mine. The rest is up to you. Good luck.

Dr.Pat · 06-09-2011, 06:58 PM

I'm making the same decision...mustang gt vert vs camaro ss vert. I've always been a mustang guy but chevy finally came up with a good looking camaro. While I like the camaro's exterior a little better I think the mustang's interior is MUCH nicer. In terms of performance, on paper the camaro wins but the mustang has won almost every comparison (I know those comparos don't mean much but they can't ALL be wrong and biased).

For me I'm torn...do I go for the mustang and make some cosmetic exterior changes (grill, front bumper, spoiler, etc) and have an interior that I like...or go with the camaro which wouldn't need much on the outside (maybe rims, tint and exhaust) but id be pretty much stuck with the interior (unless I paid $$$$$ to have a custom radio/center console made)

I'd say drive both...come up with pros and cons of each and see which cons could realistically be changed.

brandotron · 06-09-2011, 07:05 PM

Dude, you're on a Camaro site. What do you think everyone is going to say? Drive them both and make your decision.

PM Designs · 06-09-2011, 07:10 PM

I'm not a ford guy so the decision for me was easy. But as others said drive both and compare and purchase whichever car you prefer.

BigDan · 06-09-2011, 07:12 PM

General advise

You can turn both cars from boring to exciting with a few mods so I think your decision should come down to looks, and how you feel behind the wheel. I also think the SS and GT are boring in comparison my GT500 and the future ZL1. So it looks like your going to be modding so you should consider what is a better platform for you to start working with based on your goals since the GT and SS are two very different chassis each with pro's and con's.
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Personal opinion

I like how Ford keeps things exciting and improving its product like the new 5.0L, Boss 302, 2011+ GT500 PP, lighter chassis on the way for 2014, and new speculated GT500 power plant. Their FRPP catalog can turn a stock GT into a Boss or GT500 killer with the huge selection of stock and modified parts that wont void your warranty on the new 5.0's.

I'm really envious of the new 5.0L in the Boss 302. I would love to get one and put a cog drive Procharger @ 15psi on it. That would be EXCITING as heck especially making 700whp+ at 8,200rpm in a 3,500lb car!!! Heck the 444hp Boss is running 11.4 in the 1/4 stock powered, imagine almost doubling the hp and all for $6k.

I like the SS more for looks and cruising kind of like the Challenger is (mainly due to its size, weight and IRS) Sure it can be made to out perform the new GT but I feel like its more comfortable being a relaxed torquey cruiser then a competitive racer.

PM me if you'd like more info, as I'd also like to avoid WWIII

sixty4 · 06-09-2011, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandotron

Dude, you're on a Camaro site. What do you think everyone is going to say? Drive them both and make your decision.

Yeah but most people will give you an honest opinion? Good Bad or ugly I would hope? Even on a Camaro site as you put it! A test drive is not all that long of a time frame to determine if a car is right for me, so I ask.

mikeSS · 06-09-2011, 07:44 PM

mustang is better performer. my friend did some mods, and his gains were greater than mine. so the engine is nice for modding. but my friend did say that if the camaro had his performance he would get a camaro because its a better looking car.

Devryn17 · 06-09-2011, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarah

Lol! You come to a Camaro forum to ask this question, you can guarantee what were all going to say...

Are you kidding me? Have you seen how many Mustang, Challenger and other owners are allowed to troll on this board? ALREADY 20% of the commenters on this thread are Mustang owners.

8cd03gro · 06-09-2011, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Devryn17

Are you kidding me? Have you seen how many Mustang, Challenger and other owners are allowed to troll on this board? ALREADY 20% of the commenters on this thread are Mustang owners.

I didn't realize 1/13 was 20%.

Devryn17 · 06-09-2011, 08:04 PM

Some commented twice, then you have the original poster...And there are TWO mustang owners before I commented. Seriously, if you're going to try to insult someone, LOOK at that which you're trying to use to insult, think, then respond.

8cd03gro · 06-09-2011, 08:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Devryn17

Some commented twice, then you have the original poster...And there are TWO mustang owners before I commented. Seriously, if you're going to try to insult someone, LOOK at that which you're trying to use to insult, think, then respond.

1. Devryn17 - camaro
2. mikeSS - camaro
3. sixty4 - corvettes
4. BigDan - gt500 (the lone mustang)
5. PM Designs - camaro and trucks
6. brandotron - camaro
7. Dr.Pat - mercedes
8. newagemuscle - camaro
9. BATMANs - GTO and NSX
10. Sarah - camaro
11. Cristoff - camaro
12. a_Username - camaro
13. NBC/CGM - camaro

1/13. I MIGHT give you 12 or 11 for not including yourself and the OP. Still nowhere near 20% and only one mustang owner. Hardly the overwhelming amount of mustang owners in the thread like you were suggesting.

Maybe you should take your own advice

BigDan · 06-09-2011, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 8cd03gro

Maybe you should take your own advice

Most of us have owned both.

I am a former 1st and 4th gen Camaro owner and have a LS1 powered rock crawler.

sixty4 · 06-09-2011, 08:24 PM

Come on all lets not have a pissing contest over this,,,,,was not my intention.

gtohardtop · 06-09-2011, 08:24 PM

I have both a Camaro 2LT/RS and Mustang GT and love both cars.
I get a lot of compliments on both [maybe more on the camaro
because of the color] personally I fit better in the Camaro [ 6'7" ]
but the Mustang sounds great. The Camaro drives better to me.
Bottom line, you have to decide with one looks the best to you
because like I said I love both cars. Just being honest.

DarkneSS · 06-09-2011, 08:35 PM

Camaro looks much, much better, Mustang is faster stock and with equivalent mods. camaro is a mere tenths behind in performance though.

Take your pick, looks vs hard core performance.

Wantconvertible · 06-09-2011, 08:40 PM

I like both but 2 me the Camaro looks better
Ps I do have ford cars in my stable so follow your heart or your Dollar

Shardik2SS · 06-09-2011, 08:46 PM

I like both cars, and the 5.0 is not a car to take lightly, but if I had to do it again I'd still buy the SS. Yes it's a pig, but it's still a good performer and I think it's the better looking car of the two.

Sevn86 · 06-09-2011, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 8cd03gro

1. Devryn17 - camaro
2. mikeSS - camaro
3. sixty4 - corvettes
4. BigDan - gt500 (the lone mustang)
5. PM Designs - camaro and trucks
6. brandotron - camaro
7. Dr.Pat - mercedes
8. newagemuscle - camaro
9. BATMANs - GTO and NSX
10. Sarah - camaro
11. Cristoff - camaro
12. a_Username - camaro
13. NBC/CGM - camaro

1/13. I MIGHT give you 12 or 11 for not including yourself and the OP. Still nowhere near 20% and only one mustang owner. Hardly the overwhelming amount of mustang owners in the thread like you were suggesting.

Maybe you should take your own advice

I drive a camry now.

But I still can't forget my camaro so I'm still here posting daily.

08-G35s/6MT · 06-09-2011, 11:22 PM

Fergit both, bie an Enfinity G.... thertie five(or sevin) .

06-09-2011, 05:37 PM	#1
sixty4 Drives: corvettes Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: CT USA Posts: 52	PLEASE NEED HONEST OPINION CAMARO VS MUSTANG Thinking about pulling the trigger. My problem is a friend owns a 2ss and says its kind of boring? I drove it not all that bad. Says the performance is just not there? If he had to do it again said he would go with a Mustang. So my problem is a Camaro SS or a Mustang GT? Honest opinions please! NOT trying to start WWIII. Just if given a choice would you purchase a Camaro agian?

06-09-2011, 05:52 PM	#2
NBC/CGM Drives: 2010 2SS/RS CGM Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Fort St. John B.C. Posts: 35	Nothing against the mustang but, I love my camaro and would buy it again hands down. __________________ 2SS/RS/CGM/Black rally stripes/AMT Exhaust(More to come)

06-09-2011, 05:55 PM	#4
Cristoff Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS in Red Jewel Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 470 View My Garage	I'd buy my Camaro again in a heartbeat. I drove both and it's not even a comparison. To me it boiled down to style more than raw power that I would never be able to use to its fullest potential anyway. That's why I chose the 2LT/RS in the end. Don't regret a second either. __________________ Yes, this is my Camaro parked in front of the Infiniti Dealership that I run. No, my boss is not happy...

06-09-2011, 05:58 PM	#5
Sarah Drives: Camaro LLT ABM Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 776	Lol! You come to a Camaro forum to ask this question, you can guarantee what were all going to say... __________________

06-09-2011, 05:59 PM	#6
BATMANs Drives: GTO & NSX Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Silicon Valley Posts: 199	I like DOHC. And the new 5.0 is the only Mustang I have any respect for. Especially after I heard that taking the RPMS up to 8k yields 480hp. __________________ 2005 GTO Maggie, Forged engine, CAI, Kooks LTH, Magnaflow, Billet Pro shifter, LS7 clutch, 245/275 18" on Petrol Octane, Addco Sways, Koni Yellows, King Springs, Whiteline bushings, EBC Red, X-drilled/slotted rotors, SS brake lines, 55w HID, PLX gauges 1993 NSX Kenne Bell 2.1, Laminova IC, sway bars, NSX-R chassis bars, and non-compliance toe links, Tien EDFC, STMPO exhaust & brake ducts, RM Racing headers, K&N/Cantrall intake, Enkei RP03 17"18", APR GTC-300

06-09-2011, 05:55 PM	#3
a_Username Drives: 2010 2SS Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 3,893 View My Garage	http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...95717&page=141

06-09-2011, 06:58 PM	#8
Dr.Pat Drives: Mercedes C300 Sport Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Fort Myers, FL Posts: 5	I'm making the same decision...mustang gt vert vs camaro ss vert. I've always been a mustang guy but chevy finally came up with a good looking camaro. While I like the camaro's exterior a little better I think the mustang's interior is MUCH nicer. In terms of performance, on paper the camaro wins but the mustang has won almost every comparison (I know those comparos don't mean much but they can't ALL be wrong and biased). For me I'm torn...do I go for the mustang and make some cosmetic exterior changes (grill, front bumper, spoiler, etc) and have an interior that I like...or go with the camaro which wouldn't need much on the outside (maybe rims, tint and exhaust) but id be pretty much stuck with the interior (unless I paid $$$$$ to have a custom radio/center console made) I'd say drive both...come up with pros and cons of each and see which cons could realistically be changed.

06-09-2011, 07:05 PM	#9
brandotron I am the internets. Drives: dangerously Join Date: May 2009 Location: Redondo Beach, CA Posts: 12,689 View My Garage	Dude, you're on a Camaro site. What do you think everyone is going to say? Drive them both and make your decision. __________________

06-09-2011, 07:10 PM	#10
PM Designs Drives: 2011 Camaro, 99 Silverado , 69 C-10 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 257	I'm not a ford guy so the decision for me was easy. But as others said drive both and compare and purchase whichever car you prefer.

06-09-2011, 07:12 PM	#11
BigDan Buy American! Drives: 2011 Shelby GT500 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pollock Pines, CA Posts: 1,324	General advise You can turn both cars from boring to exciting with a few mods so I think your decision should come down to looks, and how you feel behind the wheel. I also think the SS and GT are boring in comparison my GT500 and the future ZL1. So it looks like your going to be modding so you should consider what is a better platform for you to start working with based on your goals since the GT and SS are two very different chassis each with pro's and con's. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Personal opinion I like how Ford keeps things exciting and improving its product like the new 5.0L, Boss 302, 2011+ GT500 PP, lighter chassis on the way for 2014, and new speculated GT500 power plant. Their FRPP catalog can turn a stock GT into a Boss or GT500 killer with the huge selection of stock and modified parts that wont void your warranty on the new 5.0's. I'm really envious of the new 5.0L in the Boss 302. I would love to get one and put a cog drive Procharger @ 15psi on it. That would be EXCITING as heck especially making 700whp+ at 8,200rpm in a 3,500lb car!!! Heck the 444hp Boss is running 11.4 in the 1/4 stock powered, imagine almost doubling the hp and all for $6k. I like the SS more for looks and cruising kind of like the Challenger is (mainly due to its size, weight and IRS) Sure it can be made to out perform the new GT but I feel like its more comfortable being a relaxed torquey cruiser then a competitive racer. PM me if you'd like more info, as I'd also like to avoid WWIII __________________ LS1 powered 79 Toyota Rockcrawler th400, stak 3 speed t-case, dana 60/14 bolt, 42" irok's, coilovers 1972 Monte Carlo 350/350 12 bolt posi 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 6 speed, Cummins Turbo Diesel, 476rwhp/913rwtq Last edited by BigDan; 06-09-2011 at 07:40 PM.

06-09-2011, 07:44 PM	#13
mikeSS Drives: 2013 E92 M3 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MI Posts: 7,290	mustang is better performer. my friend did some mods, and his gains were greater than mine. so the engine is nice for modding. but my friend did say that if the camaro had his performance he would get a camaro because its a better looking car.

06-09-2011, 08:04 PM	#16
Devryn17 Suffers Fools Poorly Drives: 2010 SS/RS, CGM w/ Silver Stripes. Join Date: May 2011 Location: Coolidge, AZ Posts: 580	Some commented twice, then you have the original poster...And there are TWO mustang owners before I commented. Seriously, if you're going to try to insult someone, LOOK at that which you're trying to use to insult, think, then respond. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS, CGM w/ silver stripes. Hurst Shifter, long tube headers, full exhaust, CAI, tune. SAE 407 RWHP/402 RWTQ Momma didn't bronze my shoes, but when I turned 16 I inherited a lead foot.

06-09-2011, 08:24 PM	#19
sixty4 Drives: corvettes Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: CT USA Posts: 52	Come on all lets not have a pissing contest over this,,,,,was not my intention.

06-09-2011, 08:24 PM	#20
gtohardtop Drives: 2011 2LT/RS and2008 Mustang GT Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: North Carolina Posts: 57	I have both a Camaro 2LT/RS and Mustang GT and love both cars. I get a lot of compliments on both [maybe more on the camaro because of the color] personally I fit better in the Camaro [ 6'7" ] but the Mustang sounds great. The Camaro drives better to me. Bottom line, you have to decide with one looks the best to you because like I said I love both cars. Just being honest. __________________ Proverbs 3:5-6 TEAM LLT

06-09-2011, 08:35 PM	#21
DarkneSS Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT/RS M6 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Yonkers, New York Posts: 3,068	Camaro looks much, much better, Mustang is faster stock and with equivalent mods. camaro is a mere tenths behind in performance though. Take your pick, looks vs hard core performance. __________________

06-09-2011, 08:40 PM	#22
Wantconvertible Drives: 2011 SS/RS VERT Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: PHILA PA Posts: 1,706	I like both but 2 me the Camaro looks better Ps I do have ford cars in my stable so follow your heart or your Dollar

06-09-2011, 08:46 PM	#23
Shardik2SS How U Doin? Drives: #21,644 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Californication Posts: 24,583 View My Garage	I like both cars, and the 5.0 is not a car to take lightly, but if I had to do it again I'd still buy the SS. Yes it's a pig, but it's still a good performer and I think it's the better looking car of the two.

06-09-2011, 11:22 PM	#25
08-G35s/6MT Drives: racecars Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: BMN Posts: 1,544	Fergit both, bie an Enfinity G.... thertie five(or sevin) .

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