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Originally Posted by truth411
What do you mean by better technology? If you are talking about Ford's 4.6 mod motor then I would respectfully disagree with you. I as this question to many mustang loyalist and have yet to here and answer that actualy uses logic, are you ready??
Question: What is the point of techonlogy that offers 0 benefits in the real world?? Ford's 4.6 mod moters are a great example, lets compare mustang to the camaro.
Mustang GT fuel economy 15/23mpg
Camaro SS fuel economy 16/24
Mustang GT 315hp/320lb-tq
Camaro SS 426/420lb-tq
The LS3 has more hp/tq and is even more fuel efficient in a heavier car. Also is is faaaaaaaar easier and cheaper to mod, a $600 cam will give the LS3 well over 500hp. for the 4.6 mod motor to even remotely touch 500hp you would need a $7000 BLOWER!!! So again what is the point of technology (4.6 SOHC V8) that offer 0 benefits I.E. less power, less torque, less fuel efficient and more expensive to modify if you are seeking big hp?
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no, they were not referring to the 4.6 V8, and i have said this about 1000 times, but im sorry, the LS3 is not the best engine in the world. the LTT, is a much better engine in term of technology. Its one of the most advanced available. HOWEVER there were talking about technology that is found inside the car. so basically, sat nav and dual zone aircon, is what they chose over the power. and looks are subjective, so i wont throw those into the mix, i prefer the camaros looks, but they prefer the stang. and its all good.
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Originally Posted by Rock36
+1 0-60 doesn't usually mean a lot, because those times can be heavily influenced by traction, gearing, etc....but by the end of a quarter you really get an idea of how powerful a car really is.
The Mustang is drag limited to about 150ish mph not redline limited. In theory if a mustang had the power, the redline and gearing would take a Mustang GT up to around 190ish mph with a 3.73 rear end.
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well, if drag resistance stay constant one you hit 70, my 95 camaro LT had a theoretical top speed of 170. but, its drag limited to about 125...drag is a huge thing, it can make or break a car, and i really doubt the camaro has much less drag