2011 Mustang GT... I think I need to re-think my next car

bigdog1250 · 03-29-2010, 08:57 PM

Hey guys, I've been Z'less for the past 2 horribly long years, but finally I'm back in a position to buy a car and I've been amazed at all the great cars in the $30K range. Motor trend just released some figures on the the new 2011 Mustang GT 5.0 and it looks like pure sex. The numbers are so good in fact that they have made me look away from the beautiful 370z. The only number the 5.0 hasn't bested the Z in is in lateral grip at .94G which is still outstanding! Take a look at this article and please share your opinions on the new Stang compared to the 370z.

P.S. I still think the Z looks better and has a better interior layout, but that's about all I can think of in the Z's favor. One article said the 5.0's interior was approaching Audi territory...

Article:
2011 Ford Mustang GT Premium First Test - Motor Trend

m4a1mustang · 03-29-2010, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigdog1250

Hey guys, I've been Z'less for the past 2 horribly long years, but finally I'm back in a position to buy a car and I've been amazed at all the great cars in the $30K range. Motor trend just released some figures on the the new 2011 Mustang GT 5.0 and it looks like pure sex. The numbers are so good in fact that they have made me look away from the beautiful 370z. The only number the 5.0 hasn't bested the Z in is in lateral grip at .94G which is still outstanding! Take a look at this article and please share your opinions on the new Stang compared to the 370z.

P.S. I still think the Z looks better and has a better interior layout, but that's about all I can think of in the Z's favor. One article said the 5.0's interior was approaching Audi territory...

Article:
2011 Ford Mustang GT Premium First Test - Motor Trend

If you can wait, hold off and test drive one.

While the feel is quite different (the Z feels and is a little more nimble), the Mustang still has loads of grip and can attack on a road course. Of course it's going to absolutely own down the strip, and if the 5.0 responds to bolt ons like the 3v 4.6 did, it's going to be a monster with an intake, exhaust, and a tune.

theDreamer · 03-29-2010, 09:02 PM

http://www.the370z.com/other-vehicle...ang-5-0-a.html

Crazy8 · 03-29-2010, 09:19 PM

I left a Mustang for a Z. Loved my stang, love my Z. If you wanna drag, buy a stang. If you want handling the Z is the way to go.

PapoZalsa · 03-29-2010, 09:24 PM

Well the 2011 Mustang GT 5.0 should bring back that real power of those years back in the 80s.

Nick911sc · 03-29-2010, 09:27 PM

It'll be a beast. Even the v6 will put up strong numbers. Still love my Z. I'm not a fan of American cars, but ford has really gotten it's **** back together. I'm sure anyone who gets it will LOVE it as much as I love my Z.

LH1 · 03-29-2010, 09:39 PM

Very impressive numbers. I really like that Grabber Blue color.

Interior looks pretty good too.

I still prefer the Z to this but I understand the temptation for some current Z owners.

AK370Z · 03-29-2010, 09:43 PM

VERY VERY impressive numbers. I personally have never drive mustangs but one of the problem I think buying a mustang is that you'll have 6 other Mustang GT in your same block. There's no exclusiveness. Everyone and their cousins, uncles and nephews have one! That's the ONLY thing I never liked about it. I like my car a little more exclusive

. If those specs are correct, this new 5.0 will be a very fun to drive car. GO FOR IT

Terror · 03-29-2010, 09:43 PM

I traded an 08 Mustang Bullitt for my Z, and I love my Z but I will always have a thing for mustangs...

Mag350Z · 03-29-2010, 09:57 PM

very impressive numbers and overall review
either the Mustang GT or the 370Z will likely replace my current 350.
The 3600 lb curb weight however is a few hundred pounds more than I would like. Also I think the styling of the 370 is far superior to the GT.

o0javi0o · 03-29-2010, 09:57 PM

apparently great car to come. Still, I'm not convinced on American cars (just my opinion) yet.

Mag350Z · 03-29-2010, 09:58 PM

still a 12.8 1/4 mile at 110 mph is in base Corvette territory

aliveZ · 03-29-2010, 10:02 PM

Nice power numbers on the Mustang, but I think the styling is awful.

Zigen5 · 03-29-2010, 10:04 PM

This just in... Check this out!!! 2011 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 Full Test and Video

m4a1mustang · 03-29-2010, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mag350Z

still a 12.8 1/4 mile at 110 mph is in base Corvette territory

Not quite. A base C6 should still be a good bit quicker than the Mustang. A little more power and about 400 fewer lbs. It's a low-mid 12 second car stock.

Still, that is pretty damn fast.

03-29-2010, 08:57 PM	#1 (permalink)
bigdog1250 Track Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Francisco Posts: 846 Drives: 991.2 GT3 Rep Power: 18	2011 Mustang GT... I think I need to re-think my next car Hey guys, I've been Z'less for the past 2 horribly long years, but finally I'm back in a position to buy a car and I've been amazed at all the great cars in the $30K range. Motor trend just released some figures on the the new 2011 Mustang GT 5.0 and it looks like pure sex. The numbers are so good in fact that they have made me look away from the beautiful 370z. The only number the 5.0 hasn't bested the Z in is in lateral grip at .94G which is still outstanding! Take a look at this article and please share your opinions on the new Stang compared to the 370z. P.S. I still think the Z looks better and has a better interior layout, but that's about all I can think of in the Z's favor. One article said the 5.0's interior was approaching Audi territory... Article: 2011 Ford Mustang GT Premium First Test - Motor Trend

03-29-2010, 09:02 PM	#3 (permalink)
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03-29-2010, 09:43 PM	#8 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	VERY VERY impressive numbers. I personally have never drive mustangs but one of the problem I think buying a mustang is that you'll have 6 other Mustang GT in your same block. There's no exclusiveness. Everyone and their cousins, uncles and nephews have one! That's the ONLY thing I never liked about it. I like my car a little more exclusive . If those specs are correct, this new 5.0 will be a very fun to drive car. GO FOR IT __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

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03-29-2010, 09:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
Crazy8 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Tennessee Posts: 255 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 15	I left a Mustang for a Z. Loved my stang, love my Z. If you wanna drag, buy a stang. If you want handling the Z is the way to go.

03-29-2010, 09:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
Nick911sc A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 1,698 Drives: 2010 Nissan GT-R Rep Power: 20	It'll be a beast. Even the v6 will put up strong numbers. Still love my Z. I'm not a fan of American cars, but ford has really gotten it's **** back together. I'm sure anyone who gets it will LOVE it as much as I love my Z.

03-29-2010, 09:39 PM	#7 (permalink)
LH1 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: PA Posts: 10 Drives: Car Rep Power: 16	Very impressive numbers. I really like that Grabber Blue color. Interior looks pretty good too. I still prefer the Z to this but I understand the temptation for some current Z owners.

03-29-2010, 09:43 PM	#9 (permalink)
Terror Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13 Drives: 09 370Z 6MT Rep Power: 15	I traded an 08 Mustang Bullitt for my Z, and I love my Z but I will always have a thing for mustangs...

03-29-2010, 09:57 PM	#10 (permalink)
Mag350Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 95 Drives: 2011 GS Corvette Rep Power: 16	very impressive numbers and overall review either the Mustang GT or the 370Z will likely replace my current 350. The 3600 lb curb weight however is a few hundred pounds more than I would like. Also I think the styling of the 370 is far superior to the GT.

03-29-2010, 09:57 PM	#11 (permalink)
o0javi0o Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 458 Drives: '15 ///M3 6MT Rep Power: 16	apparently great car to come. Still, I'm not convinced on American cars (just my opinion) yet.

03-29-2010, 09:58 PM	#12 (permalink)
Mag350Z Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 95 Drives: 2011 GS Corvette Rep Power: 16	still a 12.8 1/4 mile at 110 mph is in base Corvette territory

03-29-2010, 10:02 PM	#13 (permalink)
aliveZ Base Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 114 Drives: 09 Nismo-PG #0229 Rep Power: 15	Nice power numbers on the Mustang, but I think the styling is awful.

03-29-2010, 10:04 PM	#14 (permalink)
Zigen5 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL Posts: 260 Drives: '10 BC 370z Roadster Rep Power: 16	This just in... Check this out!!! 2011 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 Full Test and Video