Official '11 Mustang GT vs 370z Thread

[ImportConvert]

Originally Posted by rj45

In many cases, that's true. Although, my '87 GT was fully functioning when I sold it. The power locks/windows, wipers, hvac, etc. all worked from day one. Though a bit of a rattle trap, no interior parts fell off into my lap. I'm not rough with my things, so that probably helped a little.

The car certainly could have been built/finished better...no argument there. However, today's American cars have better build quality, reliability and rigidity than their ancestors. I have no qualms about buying American, today.

My 88GT was in great shape when I bought/got rid of it. Everything worked, except the fox-lamps would over-load the circuit (later corrected by Ford in '93). Windows, everything. Was impressed! The interior was also crack-free, etc. Looked mint. Had lots of miles, etc.

[Educ8r]

You better believe it! Love it!!!

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

The new auto in the 5.0 is a lot like the 370Zs... it's really freaking quick.

[Educ8r]

Spend some time reading through the threads.

Originally Posted by jaedub

I know my comment sounds sorta ignorant but.....dont american cars have alot of problems? Japanese cars are so reliable, Im pretty sure our Zs can hit 100k without any problems. But American cars, as well as european cars, tends to give so much problem for the long term use. And I personally think American cars doesnt look as nice as other cars. This is why I wouldnt want to own a American made car. And again, this is my personal opinon and based on my experience. No offence to any American car owners

[citrejo]

I was actually in the Market for the 5.0 Mustang and was in love with the horsepower and the interior of the car. I test drove the car and was very impressed with the power.

But I was fortunate enough to visit my local Nissan dealership; once I laid eyes on the Rays Wheel I fell in love with the car. In the end the styling of the 370Z is far better then that of Mustang. Plus count the number of mustangs you see on the road and count the number of 370z you see in a day, and you will see the vast difference. The Z turns heads by it looks, the Mustang you have to make a lot of noise to do so. If weren't for the 370Z I would be a proud Mustang owner.

[m4a1mustang]

Originally Posted by citrejo

I was actually in the Market for the 5.0 Mustang and was in love with the horsepower and the interior of the car. I test drove the car and was very impressed with the power.

But I was fortunate enough to visit my local Nissan dealership; once I laid eyes on the Rays Wheel I fell in love with the car. In the end the styling of the 370Z is far better then that of Mustang. Plus count the number of mustangs you see on the road and count the number of 370z you see in a day, and you will see the vast difference. The Z turns heads by it looks, the Mustang you have to make a lot of noise to do so. If weren't for the 370Z I would be a proud Mustang owner.

Hope you enjoy your new Z.

Honestly you can't go wrong with either car.

[m4a1mustang]

Originally Posted by mikeSS

the 5.0L is not really a muscle car any more ! it handles way to good to be a muscle car. haha

A lot of people forget that the Mustang never was a muscle car. It was a pony car where handling was important. It kind of lost its way for a while but it started to come around with the 2005s and now it's back with the 2010+ chassis.

The GTOs and Chevelles were the real muscle cars back then.

[mikeSS]

the 5.0L is not really a muscle car any more ! it handles way to good to be a muscle car. haha

[mikeSS]

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

A lot of people forget that the Mustang never was a muscle car. It was a pony car where handling was important. It kind of lost its way for a while but it started to come around with the 2005s and now it's back with the 2010+ chassis.

The GTOs and Chevelles were the real muscle cars back then.

ya thats true.

[m4a1mustang]

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

A lot of people forget that the Mustang never was a muscle car. It was a pony car where handling was important. It kind of lost its way for a while but it started to come around with the 2005s and now it's back with the 2010+ chassis.

The GTOs and Chevelles were the real muscle cars back then.

Originally Posted by mikeSS

the 5.0L is not really a muscle car any more ! it handles way to good to be a muscle car. haha

Holy crap... it's like... I quoted a post you made in the future.

[shadoquad]

Steve, I think you're forgetting the "Live Rear Axle". Therefore, all your points are moot.

[mikeSS]

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Holy crap... it's like... I quoted a post you made in the future.

i did deleted it and then posted it again because i was about to add something to it. but you quoted me so dam fast lol

[GZ3]

am suprised how well this car does around turns!

[m4a1mustang]

Originally Posted by mikeSS

i did deleted it and then posted it again because i was about to add something to it. but you quoted me so dam fast lol

I quote the crap out of people.

[mikeSS]

Originally Posted by GZ3

am suprised how well this car does around turns!

yes it can compete with a bmw M3

[m4a1mustang]

Originally Posted by GZ3

am suprised how well this car does around turns!

You should drive one of the Brembo equipped cars.

The regular ones are pretty nice but throw in some stiffer springs/shocks, GT500 control arms, and PZero summer rubber and it's pretty much the same as the 370.