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Originally Posted by cab2g
Well the good news about this is that the MPG matches the SS auto MPG...
On top of that the mustang engine reaches peak power at 6500 RPM, and has 20-30 lb/ft torque than the L99/LS3 Both engines reach peak power at 5900 RPM. That's roughly 10% lower (earlier) than the Mustang's engine.
So the Camaro has more weight, more torque and more HP...
I think the Camaro still has a chance at kicking the mustang's tail because it has 8% more torque. The MT mustang weighs 3,533 lbs (will probably weigh a little more with the new engine) and the MT Camaro SS weighs 3860 lbs which is 9% more. But, the Camaro reaches the peak TQ and HP earlier than the new Mustang... So even with the extra weight, the Camaro still has a good chance I think of beating the Mustang!
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remember as weight increases, power to weight ratio must increase as well.
a 2000lb car with a 9/1 ratio and a 3000 lb car with a 9/1 ratio, the 2000lb car wins every time if setup identically.
camaro is like 9.06/1
mustang is 8.73 assuming a 3600lb weight, even at 3700lbs it will have a better power/weight ratio.