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Originally Posted by Lemers
With the SVT package both the mustang and ZL1 have magnetic suspensions. The only difference is that the ZL1 has 3 selectable setting and the mustang has 2.
And yes we've gone over the IRS vs the SRA.
All things being equal the IRS is a more desirable suspension, but all things aren't equal. The ZL1 has a significant weight disadvantage, less power and lower top speed.
What are muscle cars built for? The quarter mile- advantage GT500. On the track I bet they will be close. Just because on paper the IRS is a better suspension doesn't mean the the camaro still doesn't need to slow way down because of its weight. The same weight that will effect the camaro's acceleration out of the turns.
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I wouldn't really call the Camaro a muscle car. It's trying too hard to be all things. Having said that the ZL1 will be a very nice car.
IRS makes for a nicer ride and a bit better handling. I have IRS in my Challenger. The problem is strength. I've got DSS Level 5 axles in the Challenger (1400HP axles) so I can launch it hard at the strip. That's something the SRA Mustang hasn't had to worry about.
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Originally Posted by Lemers
Honestly. If it comes down to looks I feel the mustang looks better than the camaro on the inside and out. And yes that's a big part of my decision making process.
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I agree on this point big time. GM coulda done a much better job on the Camaro's body design. The interior of the one I test drove was atrocious.
The 2012 GT500 I drove was VERY nice. I almost traded my Challenger for it......Almost. The Challenger is the best looking of the three hands down if you want a muscle car. The interior is nice and old school as well.
This was the GT500 I test drove. LOVED IT! It was marked down from $54K to $47K. Had the Recaro seats and everything.
A few shots of the Challenger. Feels really old school driving it around.
