2012 Camaro ZL1 vs. 2013 Shelby GT500-On Track

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by 72MachOne99GT

Is it fair to say that the ZLl1 is better mannered? Becauase, well face it, it is right?
We're talking friendliness on the road, willingness to adapt to varying road conditions, forgiveness when approaching that 'limit'?

I can guarantee for a large population of people, that's the ultimate drivers car. And there is not one thing wrong with that.

But some others like the car that is mean, unforgiving, willing to beat you up, take your wallet, and leave you passed out on some railroad tracks.

Well, that was an exaggeration, this isn't the 60's..but you get what I mean.

Good one !

[2cnd chance]

Originally Posted by cobrakon

I agree. The gt500 greater by far compared to the zl1. but the zl1 handles so well and rides so smooth.

WHAT???
You started the girl car conversation. And your comments continue to be juvenile.

[Fenderaddict2]

Originally Posted by 2cnd chance

WHAT???
You started the girl car conversation. And your comments continue to be juvenile.

I think his comment was posted with tongue firmly planted in cheek to see if he could bait someone...

[VRYALT3R3D]

I think you people need to test drive both cars and not rely on magazine articles..And come up with your own conclusion.

[72MachOne99GT]

90% of these buyers don't need to drive either car to know what they're buying.

Im a Mustang guy, so I bought the best Mustang. No tests or comparisons was/is going to change that.

I figure most ZL1 owners have been Camaro fans for some time, and likewise, won't buy a Mustang.

Only crazy people spend 55-65k on a pony car

[SlingShot]

Originally Posted by 72MachOne99GT

90% of these buyers don't need to drive either car to know what they're buying.

Im a Mustang guy, so I bought the best Mustang. No tests or comparisons was/is going to change that.

I figure most ZL1 owners have been Camaro fans for some time, and likewise, won't buy a Mustang.

Only crazy people spend 55-65k on a pony car

I bought all three of my 5th Gens, sight unseen and no test drive before doing paper work. Sometimes I just do things on faith and hope all works out.

[Fenderaddict2]

Bought the Boss sight unseen. I wanted an early one, and there were going to be no opportunities to test drive. It was a leap of faith as the 08 I last test drove lead me to buy another BMW. Now the Mustang has brought me back to domestics but the dealer experience hasn't cemented the deal next time around.

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by Fenderaddict2

Bought the Boss sight unseen. I wanted an early on, and there were going to be no opportunities to test drive. It was a leap of faith as the 08 I last test drove lead me to buy another BMW. Now the Mustang has brought me back to domestics but the dealer experience hasn't cemented the deal next time around.

We bought our new Vert sight unseen also, so far we love it.

What about your dealer have you not been happy with?

[Fenderaddict2]

Dealer greed with ADMs. Walked the deal into my local dealer before car was announced. Then when the dealer found out they wanted a 15k adm. Had to make a dozen calls to get a good price in car. Went shopping for a second again this year and same story. Also haven't been impressed with service departments.

[Wondering]

Inside Line at Streets of Willow

ZL1......... 1:25.57

GT500...... 1:24.92

[PistonsFan]

Originally Posted by Wondering

Inside Line took the two cars to the Streets of Willow course.....

ZL1......1:25.57

GT500...1:24.92

The conclusion...

Originally Posted by InsideLine

The Winner
So which is the better track car? Without question, it's the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.

Sure, it's possible to throw down a golden lap in the Mustang if you get everything right, but duplicating that time is never easy. And you'll be working far harder and more over the limit in the Shelby.

The Camaro ZL1 can turn consistent fast laps all day. It's infinitely more precise and capable, and genuinely rewarding in its engineering goodness. The fact that it was only about a half second off the Shelby's best time despite a huge power deficit speaks volumes.

The ZL1 has taken pony cars to a new level of handling and on-track composure that, frankly, we didn't think was possible. It makes the Camaro ZL1 the new definition of American Badassery. One that's really not bad at all.

http://www.insideline.com/chevrolet/...ison-test.html

[newb]

If that is the course they ran, it favors big Hp. I ran it on a motorcycle and it is almost WOT from turn 6-9. A slight lift to help set into the turn but that's it.

[Fenderaddict2]

"This thing is a wild ride. An edge-of-your-seat, check-the-life-insurance, remember-your-kids kind of ride that is unmatched in the pony car world."

Well crap, now I want the GT500 again.

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by newb

If that is the course they ran, it favors big Hp. I ran it on a motorcycle and it is almost WOT from turn 6-9. A slight lift to help set into the turn but that's it.

Yeah not many tight turns and a couple gentle long sweepers and a long straightaway, like I said before a track like that would give the GT500 the edge.