Camaro VS Mustang Mega Thread

[radz28]

I just think there are too many flat areas, so-to-speak, on the IP on the Mustang. I'll agree with the posts about the cluster on Camaro maybe being a little different (well, that's the term I'll use because I wouldn't say it's not as good as the Mustang, just that is definately more unique; I just haven't figured out if it's a good unique or otherwise.) I think there's something to be said about what Big' says too. However, for me, those aren't all things that I'm looking for in my Camaro. Shoot, I don't have much interest in the 2SS except for the leather and a couple other small things. I don't know that I perceive the center stack on Camaro outdated; it is certainly a different take, just like the cluster, than I've seen in most other cars. I think the script for the speedo' and tach' are, perhaps, a little awkward, but that's about as close to an actual gripe that I have. If the fit and finish is tight, then any of these little things I've listed will be pretty insignificant.

I do like the chunky look of those SRT seats though. They look super comfy' and supportive. I prefer the stitching on the Mustang and on Camaro but those seats still look nice.

JMVHO.

[SoFlaZ]

Anything is better than my cracked, creaking, cheap, falling apart, plastic interior of my cavalier so I could really care less on which car is better on the interior. I had NO IDEA people were so picky about this stuff, I care about the exterior and the PERFORMANCE!

BTW, the mustang picture doesn't have a flash nearly as bright as the ones of the Camaro. The super bright flash IMO kills it and makes it look cheap. Take a pic of the Mustang with that flash and it will look equally cheap. We need some pics of it with light from a source other then the cameras flash. +1 for the Camaro interior

[GatorBlue371]

this is alllllllllllllll opinion. all of it. My opinion is that i like the unique interior of the Camaro, but i like how the mustang almost looks more rugged.


And ive never sat in either car, but the seats in the mustang do it for me because of the color stitching.

Originally Posted by Muscle Master

hmmmm

I gonna be honest, I love the camaro but leather interior on the SS sucks.....ass yeah I said it..., I'll take the cloth interior anyday and those SS seats look like they suck compared to the SRT bucket seats


Here:

BTW Muscle Master... if the 370z makes the SS look like a pig should we just start calling the SRT Moby Dick?

[Dakota Kid]

Wow, that new Mustang interior looks WAY better than the Camaro, IMO.

And I am neutral between the two cars, overall.

Well done, Ford.

[GatorBlue371]

Originally Posted by Dakota Kid

Wow, that new Mustang interior looks WAY better than the Camaro, IMO.

And I am neutral between the two cars, overall.

Well done, Ford.

too bad the exterior looks...welll... like a mustang

[Muscle Master]

Originally Posted by GatorBlue371

this is alllllllllllllll opinion. all of it. My opinion is that i like the unique interior of the Camaro, but i like how the mustang almost looks more rugged.


And ive never sat in either car, but the seats in the mustang do it for me because of the color stitching.






BTW Muscle Master... if the 370z makes the SS look like a pig should we just start calling the SRT Moby Dick?

Note really, considering that the weight difference between the SS and the SRT8 is only 293lb. I wonder if a 200 or 300lb guy brought a camaro5, I wonder how much the camaro will weigh then hmmmm......

[PQ]

Originally Posted by BigZAJ

I think one of the biggest reasons the mustang interior trumps the camaro is ... and flame me ... the technology package(s) offered by ford in the mustang. The Nav with traffic and ipod interface (not just aux jack or usb jack), weather, etc and HVAC controls are what a car 10 years in to the 21st century should have.

The radio/cd and hvac in the camaro are very outdated and that has an affect on the perceived QUALITY of the interior.

Fair enough, I respect that. One of the main areas of the new Camaro that really sold me to this car was the fact that it DIDN"T have all of the "Dashboard Technology". It creates a more original experience where I'll have memories of my old 67' and 73' models that me and my freinds had in school brought back in a new and exciting way, yet still have the features that I use regularly. I use the Blutooth i-phone for music almost every time I get in my car. I rarely use my Nav. as far as the weather etc. It's all on my phone. I wouldn't sacrifice the "Retro" parts of this car for a couple of features I can get from another source.
So don't be bashin my baby!

[a6pk2go]

Originally Posted by heavyt100

I have 426 reasons why I don't care about the Mustang's interior.

I only need one .............it's a FORD.............fix or repair daily

[BigZAJ]

Originally Posted by Number 3

You need to look at the functionality in the Camaro Radio. If you get the connectivity package you have bluetooth, etc.

Also, if you haven't used OnStar Turn by Turn, you are missing out. Other than seeing a picture it is the greatest way to get around. Push a button, no stopping to enter an address. The Camaro has a lot of tech, it's just burierd in the retro styled I/P.

I have used it, but what about the Traffic? What about driving in to a metropolitan area at 8am and being able to see the congestion while listening to music instead of news radio? Seeing the songs from your ipod on the screen. Im not saying the Camaro doesnt offer functioning navigational DIRECTIONS. Im saying the technology in the camaro is limited in function and in form. I personally like the retro look of the radio/cd and hvac but at the same time I think it looks cheap and a little cheesy. The mustang center stack however looks very classy and well designed.

The Mustang interior (thanks large in part to technology in the center stack) has a sophisticated look which is perceived to be higher quality.

The Camaro due in large part (in my opinion) to the lack of modern conveniences DONE in a modern way (not they arent hidden) makes it look dated which is perceived as lower quality.

[justmeron]

seems they are commenting on the products quality not appearance. I have to agree that GM doing some work in the designing of the camaro, this seems to be a do or die type of project for GM. So why would they cut corners and use cheap and shoddy products. We will be fine, I know this will not stop my purchase. But yea I was shocked when I got this in my email today, from google alerts.

[BigZAJ]

Originally Posted by irpq11

Fair enough, I respect that. One of the main areas of the new Camaro that really sold me to this car was the fact that it DIDN"T have all of the "Dashboard Technology". It creates a more original experience where I'll have memories of my old 67' and 73' models that me and my freinds had in school brought back in a new and exciting way, yet still have the features that I use regularly. I use the Blutooth i-phone for music almost every time I get in my car. I rarely use my Nav. as far as the weather etc. It's all on my phone. I wouldn't sacrifice the "Retro" parts of this car for a couple of features I can get from another source.
So don't be bashin my baby!

Im not bashin' just trying to talk from the articles perspective and shed light on people perceptions which lead to the opinions they form. A Nav screen and auto climate fancy digital looking controls are things people come to expect at least as an OPTION on cars...not having them gives people the PERCEPTION of a lack of quality. Im just talking perspective and opinion is all.

[Muscle Master]

Originally Posted by BigZAJ

I have used it, but what about the Traffic? What about driving in to a metropolitan area at 8am and being able to see the congestion while listening to music instead of news radio? Seeing the songs from your ipod on the screen. Im not saying the Camaro doesnt offer functioning navigational DIRECTIONS. Im saying the technology in the camaro is limited in function and in form. I personally like the retro look of the radio/cd and hvac but at the same time I think it looks cheap and a little cheesy. The mustang center stack however looks very classy and well designed.

The Mustang interior (thanks large in part to technology in the center stack) has a sophisticated look which is perceived to be higher quality.

The Camaro due in large part (in my opinion) to the lack of modern conveniences DONE in a modern way (not they arent hidden) makes it look dated which is perceived as lower quality.

I see your point and I'm sure GM knows this, hmmmm I'm starting to think its more to HUD then we think, well see in 2011

[Mr. Wyndham]

Originally Posted by BigZAJ

I have used it, but what about the Traffic? What about driving in to a metropolitan area at 8am and being able to see the congestion while listening to music instead of news radio? Seeing the songs from your ipod on the screen. Im not saying the Camaro doesnt offer functioning navigational DIRECTIONS. Im saying the technology in the camaro is limited in function and in form. I personally like the retro look of the radio/cd and hvac but at the same time I think it looks cheap and a little cheesy. The mustang center stack however looks very classy and well designed.

The Turn-by-turn will show up in the DIC screen in between the two guages, I believe. Leaving the radio open to use as you wish. Also - you can see the songs from your Ipod. The Camaro's equipped with PDIM; which is exactly what you described: The stereo unit can talk to your mp3 player, and display info as well as control it through the USB port.

Also...I want to submit that the materials used inside the Camaro aren't cheap at all. And I do believe any preconceptions of 'cheapness' will be gone the minute you sit in one. And...I have to say I think the Mustang's center stack looks cheap and severly afflicted by parts-bin syndrome. So I'm gonna maintain that interior looks and 'quality' is limited entirely by personal preference.

[PQ]

Originally Posted by BigZAJ

Im not bashin' just trying to talk from the articles perspective and shed light on people perceptions which lead to the opinions they form. A Nav screen and auto climate fancy digital looking controls are things people come to expect at least as an OPTION on cars...not having them gives people the PERCEPTION of a lack of quality. Im just talking perspective and opinion is all.

10-4, I get it. I was just joking bout the "Bashin my Baby".
I agree about the perception, but THAT is what I personaly like about it. Not mainstream. To me that same perception almost says, Euro rather than Muscle. The Stangs interior looks like alot of other cars that I've seen. The interior of the Camaro is, to me, Unique. And that's why so many fell in love with the exterior. So you're right and that's why I like it. If those guys in the article care more about what the masses think then they're probably better of with the interior of the Stang. I don't care what the masses think. I want a car that is pleasing to me.