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

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. :tup:

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.

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

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.

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.

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 :tup:

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.