Camaro VS Mustang Mega Thread

[Ivas]

They are both great cars. But the Camaro is just ooh soo fine that no one can take their eyes offen' it. My sweet Camaro is subject admiration, compliments, enthusiastic enquiry,
friendly envy and to being photographed wherever I may park. Can a Mustang owner say as much without lying?

[jpit11]

I actually just made the choice to go with a 2011 pace car edition Camaro 6M over a 2011 GT500 Convertible. I test drove the SS coupe for comparison and although the Shelby is clearly faster and IMHO has a better shifter I felt that the Camaro just had more personality. The car just felt "special" to me. And it just looks sooooooo good. Apparently I'm not the only one who feels this way...

I hope you enjoy whatever you choose!!!!

PS - my business partner who came to look at both with me is now deciding what color to buy the GT500 in (and he is FAR from a car guy) - so I guess to each his own!

[BackinBlackSS/RS]

Originally Posted by Soloshawn

In June 2010 I wanted the 2011 Mustang. Because I know somebody high up in the corporation I could have bought it at least 1/2 list price or maybe even better. Before I even brought the question to him I decided to test drive the car first. The HP and torque were impressive and the handling was flat in the corners without any surprises snapping up at you. Ergonomically for a 6'1" it was very crowded and no back seat. Wasn't impressed and decided to just keep my present car. I was with the neighborhood 17 year old on the test drives and he wasn't impressed either. He said let's go test the Camaro. About the same amount of oomph in the engine. About the same in the handling department with a little understeer in tighter corners. Looking out the windows for apex's in corners is tougher. What the neighbor kid said was this "The Camaro has WOW, and the Mustang has none." It is a visual factor and being an ex racer the looks should have nothing to do with it. I'm not racing it. I have taken it since to 110 mph in mountainous corners. The ergonomics and interior were better in the Camaro and the outside WOW factor was times three over the Stang. I turned away from a hugely discounted price to go for something that reached out to me and told me that I deserve it. Dam right I do. I also liked the Camaro's independent rear suspension compared to the live rear on the Stang. If you are ox stock road racing then the Mustang is your car. If not I don't want a current day version of a Volkswagen Bug where they are everywhere on the road.

Originally Posted by syr74

....and I don't need to read any further. Having been in the business this is pure fantasy, and not a very well contrived fantasy at that.

[Ovenmitt]

The mustang is faster and has a better stereo. I like the camaro's looks more and find it roomier and more comfortable, and I like the LS engines. Pick whichever suits you, you can't really go wrong

[Desert Dog]

I research cars to death. Ihave owned 2 Corvettes, a 911 widebody, Mustang GT, and many others. The motor press LOVES the Mustang GT. However, after driving both and looking at the options I chose the Camaro SS. Here's why:

1. The GT is a slightly more viseral driving experence. (At first). They have added a sound tube into the firewall, (check it out), and it sounds louder. You can add a CAI on the Camaro and it sounds better (IMHO).
2. The GT has a new DOHC motor, the Coyote, which the motor press is orgasmic about. (It does have some significant problems though....check out the Mustang forums about the "tiocking problem").
3. I have owned three cars with the LS3 motor. (Two C6 Corvettes and now the 2011 SS). This motor is bullet proof. An amazing piece of work. No oil loss, no leaks, and so much low-end torque you can't believe it.
4. The Camaro has IRS. The GT has the same solid axle that it has always had. (THis was a big deal to the motor press for a long time, but now it isn't for some reason).
5. The Camaro SS has Brembos at all fouir corners. THe GT has them in front only and then with the $1,800 add-on package.
6. THe GT has 19 inch wheels as the top option. THe SS has 20's standard. (And better-looking wheels IMHO).
7. The GT has a much tighter interior if you are tall. I am 6' 3" and the GT is very, very tight. Uncomfortable for long drives.
8. The GT body is OLD. Yep, they refreshed it a couple of years ago, but it is still the same, essentually. The Camao is bad-ass.

I could go on and on....but to me the SS was the better choice. It's up to you....but DO NOT simply make a decision based upon the motor press. Make your own decision.

Thanks,
Desert Dog

[n2oSS]

I think you should get the mustang its a great fit for your personality.

Think about it you hesitate while trying to make a decision. You sir are the type of guy we want driving mustangs because we love to race the guy that hesitates.

But really drive both see which one feels better youll get props either way and get shit either way.

[Capthowdy]

I just hate Ford......with a passion....

[mustangman99]

Gentlemen:



That is all.

[newmoon]

Thanks for posting the Boss Dyno's run. The HP number was really impressive up about 40 over the 5.0, but the TQ seems to be really low, I was expecting to see numbers over 400 as well. Also what is up with that hideous color combination.

[chain777]

Originally Posted by newmoon

Thanks for posting the Boss Dyno's run. The HP number was really impressive up about 40 over the 5.0, but the TQ seems to be really low, I was expecting to see numbers over 400 as well. Also what is up with that hideous color combination.

This is the reason the torque numbers are lower:



You sacrifice some torque for high RPM horsepower. The short runners are optimized for high flow at high RPM's.

[Shelbill]

I'm looking for a vert and finally got a chance to sit in both the Camaro 2SS RS vert and the Mustang GT vert at the Toronto car show last week. IMHO, the Camaro exterior design blows away the Mustang, but the Camaro really looks cheap inside compared to the Stang. Here in Canada, they are going to charge me close to $60K (taxes in) for the 2SS RS vert, and the interior does not feel anything like a $60K car should. I was THIS close to placing an order...now having sat in both vehicles, I am not so sure. What makes it even harder is that at this price range, I can score a GT500 and get so much more for the dollar. Ah, pain of being Canadian. Still on the fence...

[BigDan]

Originally Posted by Shelbill

What makes it even harder is that at this price range, I can score a GT500 and get so much more for the dollar.

Score a 2011 GT500, you wont regret it.

[DarkneSS]

I love the Camaro interior, the Mustang one is definitely not bad but its not memorable at all. The Camaro makes you feel like you are driving something special and unique, regardless of the material of its components.

[32Fountain]

Originally Posted by 32Fountain

I will buy a new 2011 performance car in the next 30 days. Right now I am leaning toward the Mustang GT 5.0 with the 6M tranny and a 3.73 gear ratio. I have driven both the auto and the manual transmission Mustang with very pleasing results. The dual OHC engine has a unique sound and a tremdous amount of torque for a 5.0 liter engine. The 412 hp rating seems to be understated and the add on performance options are very appealing. There are quite a few companies that are catering to the new Mustang with tuners, CAI systems and exhaust. I am not seeing that with the Camaro. Maybe I just don't know where to look.

Next week I am planning on testing a 2011 Camaro automatic and manual. I have to admit if it was on just looks alone I would be leaning toward the Camaro. However Mustang offers so many options in their appearance groups you can also make the Mustang look pretty darn good as well.

I am asking for your opinion on why I should buy a Camaro over the Mustang.

Thanks,
DL

I appreciate the 55 replies I received to the above referenced post. Most of them were sincere and helpful. I did drive the 2011 6M SS Camaro today equipped with the standard 3.45 rear gear. I cannot say anything bad about the test drive. The Camaro is one fine ride to say the least. I then went to the Ford dealership and drove a 2011 Mustang GT 5.0 6M with the standard 3.31 rear gear. While the Camaro wins in the exterior appearance category the Mustang excelled in the performance category. Since performance is most important to me I am going with the Mustang 6M and the optional 3.73 rear gear. I had previously driven the Mustang with the 3.73 gear and it was most impressive. If Ford offered a 4:10 from the factory I would go with that one.
Thanks again.