Final pics of my 2010 1SS Camaro

[GearheadSS]

Originally Posted by TaylorRyan74

I do like the new mustangs, over the challengers for sure. I love the 5.0 in the dark grey color. I just think the camaros interior is different from any car out there, I think thats why I like it so much.

It is different, no doubt. However, it has been the one sore spot among reviewers and owners alike. I don't hate my Camaro's interior, but I like the look of the Mustang interior better.

Even GM is taking action because of all the negative press the interior is getting by redesigning it for 2012.

[Memphis SS]

Originally Posted by wbt

To get the Camaro to where I want it I will need to do the following:

Drivetrain:

1. Install 4.10 gear: ~$1,200
2. Upgrade the axles to handle 500WHP: ~$1,500
3. Upgrade all the bushing in the rear with control arms: ~$400
4. Clutch: ~$450
5. V-6 brakes: ~$500 (possible trade with a LT car)

Upgrades for the drivetrain total: $4,050 ($3,550 without brake cost)

Motor:

1. Cam kit: ~$750
2. CNC head porting: ~$750
3. Full exhaust: ~$1,650
4. TB porting: ~$150
5. Tune: ~$450 for SCT and Jannetty Racing tune

Upgrades for the motor: $2,750 (not including the mods I already had)

Total to have a car that can run consistent 11's and not brake as good as a base Mustang GT: $6,800 ($6,300 without brake cost)

Compare that to a Mustang cost to get 11's:

Drivetrain:

1. Upper and lower control arms with adjustable lower mounts: ~$400
2. Rear end girdle with axel tube brace kit: ~$200
3. Clutch: ~$450

Upgrades for the drivetrain total: $1,050

Motor:

1. CAI: ~$300
2. Full exhaust: ~$1,600
3. Tune: ~$450

Upgrades for the motor: $2,350

Total for 11 sec. Mustang: $3,400

For roughly $3K less I can meet my goals. Bear in mind I do all my own wrenching minus rear gears.

Take into account I will have a lower car payment and my insurance will be less on the Mustang. This is my motivator.

Sorry but if you think a Cold air kit and exhaust is going to take a stock 13 second car into the 11s good luck..
The Mustang is a nice looking car and I really looked at them when I was making up my mind on what I wanted but the thing still weights 3690 lbs and you have to rev it to the moon to get the HP out of the 5.0 I would think mid 12s with your upgrades and you will be much happy when you leave the track
PS: Nice looking Car I like the color

[wbt]

Originally Posted by Memphis SS

Sorry but if you think a Cold air kit and exhaust is going to take a stock 13 second car into the 11s good luck..
The Mustang is a nice looking car and I really looked at them when I was making up my mind on what I wanted but the thing still weights 3690 lbs and you have to rev it to the moon to get the HP out of the 5.0 I would think mid 12s with your upgrades and you will be much happy when you leave the track
PS: Nice looking Car I like the color

Exactly why I did not want to take this thread down this path. Too much animosity on the site here from threads of past.

[GearheadSS]

Originally Posted by Memphis SS

Sorry but if you think a Cold air kit and exhaust is going to take a stock 13 second car into the 11s good luck..
The Mustang is a nice looking car and I really looked at them when I was making up my mind on what I wanted but the thing still weights 3690 lbs and you have to rev it to the moon to get the HP out of the 5.0 I would think mid 12s with your upgrades and you will be much happy when you leave the track
PS: Nice looking Car I like the color

The Mustang is a 12 second car all day long in the hands of a decent driver. That has been proven. There are way too many of them out there running 12s to say otherwise.

[youngoliver]

love the way the shelby looks but gt = ehhh

[shinzon]

very nice, get what you like.

[Memphis SS]

Originally Posted by MorphWS6

The Mustang is a 12 second car all day long in the hands of a decent driver. That has been proven. There are way too many of them out there running 12s to say otherwise.

High 12s is what I see at the track around here with cold air kits.. Stock Mustangs 5.0 most are in the low 13s and he talking 11s It will take more than a cold air kit and exhaust to drop a 3700 lb car into the 11s. Most Mags that have tested the 5.0 post anywhere from 12.7s to 13.2 in the 1/4 mile that means you need to drop a full second on the car.. It can be done I'm just saying it going to take a little bit more work then whats he listing.

[Memphis SS]

Originally Posted by wbt

Exactly why I did not want to take this thread down this path. Too much animosity on the site here from threads of past.

No animosity here.. I've had SC thunderbirds, Camaro z28s, Trans AMs and Corvettes. I love the picture of the GT 500 you got. nice car!! It's not a matter of if it is a Mustang or the Camaro, it's taking ANY car that has a factory spec. of low 13s to high 12s and thinking cold air and exhaust is going to put it into the 11s consistently is a bit much.. Look at the track results on the ZR1 or the blown SS with 600 HP it still posting times in the low 12s on a good pass. All I'm saying is I think you’re going to have to put a little more money in your stang to get it there. You may prove me wrong on that comment but I would be surprised... No matter what it does at the track.. You have two nice looking rides..

[H1Chester]

Yes I'm a hater. I will never buy a Ford, NEVER. Family has always bought GM, and the ex-wife's family was a Ford family. Another good reason to buy Chevy an never go back...