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Originally Posted by CamaroSSStlfan
The newer Mustangs run similar track numbers. HOWEVER, generally the SS, LT1 still has a slight edge.
0-60 the Camaro general runs 3.9 seconds and low end 4.2 seconds, usually about 4 seconds. The Mustang general runs 4 seconds to 4.5 and the auto is faster.
BUT the Mustang GT is no slouch. The car has less low end torque, BUT when it catches up it catches up in a hurry. Might be slightly slower 0-60 but it catches right up there with the SS.
On youtube it shows this too. Most races the SS early on is the faster car but then the GT catches up in a hurry eventually.
You can't go wrong with a 2015 and newer Mustang GT or 2016 and newer Camaro SS. Both are quick cars, under 4.5 second 0-60 cars.
Credit to the Mustang as you can find affordable used options, generally used Mustang GTs can be found quite a bit cheaper than a Camaro SS.
If you're on a budget you can easily find a 2016 Mustang GT used for under 28k around here. Higher miles one I've seen for under 25k.
Throw in a CAI and a nice tune on a Mustang GT and it runs right up there with the SS.
This is why I try and not bash Mustangs. I owned a 2012 GT. great car, quick and never had any issues. Easy to mod to make faster.
This is my main gripe with Chevy. They should have made a more affordable LT1 type Camaro. I've seen base model Mustang GTs, 2021 new going for 35k with an automatic tranny. I never see a new LT1 for 35k and an auto around here. Currently they're all 41k or above. Chevy would have a big market share if they had a more affordable Camaro V8. the 1 and 2SS have a bigger price point. For similar performance numbers one can buy a cheaper Mustang. Even a GT premium can usually be had for cheaper as well.
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The Mustangs have dual over head cams and 4 valves per cylinder so they breath a lot better than the SS's Pushrod engine. That setup setup allows the Mustang to have a higher RPM redlining well over 75000 RPM. The drawback is those engines are physically huge with a high center of gravity that affects handling, they also have a lot more parts making them more difficult and expensive to work on.