C6 met its match?
Team Owner
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From: Houston, TX
Originally Posted by need-for-speed
How do you know when you drive "the real thing" ?
When people talk about how they can beat your car and only spend $xxx on the car and $x on mods. Yeah, that's when you know they wish they were driving what you're driving, or wish they were screw'in what you're screw'in.
Enjoy being on top guys (no pun intended).
When people talk about how they can beat your car and only spend $xxx on the car and $x on mods. Yeah, that's when you know they wish they were driving what you're driving, or wish they were screw'in what you're screw'in.
Enjoy being on top guys (no pun intended).
Heel & Toe
Joined: Jun 2006
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Originally Posted by AU N EGL
Well if you want to go racing with Mustang get the Grand Am Cup prepared Mustang GT
"The Ford Racing Mustang GT race car is based off the all-new 2005 Mustang GT that recently hit showroom floors at Ford dealerships around the country.
"We're excited about expanding our road racing efforts in the Grand American Series with the addition of our race-prepared Mustang GT," said Dan Davis, director of Ford Racing Technology. "The 2005 Mustang and our 5.0-liter Cammer 'R50' V-8 make the perfect combination to extend Ford's rich sports car racing heritage....
The 'R50', the race version of the Cammer V-8, as found in the Mustang GT racer, is an evolution of the all-aluminum Cammer 'T50' crate engine, which is currently available from Ford Racing Performance Parts. The 'R50' racing version features many enhancements for road racing highlighted by new cylinder heads, from the Ford GT supercar program, and a unique intake manifold. The Cammer V-8 is based on Ford's family of modular V-8 engines; including the 4.6L DOHC supercharged V-8 as found in the SVT Mustang Cobra."
Price ?? about $125,000
Links
http://www.auto123.com/en/info/news/...tid=31327&pg=1
"The Ford Racing Mustang GT race car is based off the all-new 2005 Mustang GT that recently hit showroom floors at Ford dealerships around the country.
"We're excited about expanding our road racing efforts in the Grand American Series with the addition of our race-prepared Mustang GT," said Dan Davis, director of Ford Racing Technology. "The 2005 Mustang and our 5.0-liter Cammer 'R50' V-8 make the perfect combination to extend Ford's rich sports car racing heritage....
The 'R50', the race version of the Cammer V-8, as found in the Mustang GT racer, is an evolution of the all-aluminum Cammer 'T50' crate engine, which is currently available from Ford Racing Performance Parts. The 'R50' racing version features many enhancements for road racing highlighted by new cylinder heads, from the Ford GT supercar program, and a unique intake manifold. The Cammer V-8 is based on Ford's family of modular V-8 engines; including the 4.6L DOHC supercharged V-8 as found in the SVT Mustang Cobra."
Price ?? about $125,000
Links
http://www.auto123.com/en/info/news/...tid=31327&pg=1
Buying a 06 ZO6 for road racing is a no brainer.
Who ever came up with the $125k sales price has NO BRAIN.
Heel & Toe
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The Mustang used to be the "bargain" option for performance in the early 1990's.
Now,
only an idiot would buy a Mustang.
Up until 1993,the 5.0 Mustang had OEM forged pistons and cost around $5-$10k in the used market when only a few years old.
If you were willing to spend another $6k-$10k,
you would be faster than anything on the road.
Since then,
F*rd has lost their mind!
$42k for a SOLID REAR AXEL 2007 Cobra that barely keeps up with the base C6 in a straight line and gets DOGGED in the twisties?
You gotta be kidding me!!!
Ford lost all of my respect when they dropped the forged pistons in the Fox bodies and again when they dropped the independent rear in the Cobra.
For around $30k with an INDEPENDENT rear and ALUMINUM block,
the Cobra would have made sense.
But,
for what you get for $42k,
only a brain washed Ford loyalist would buy a Mustang.
If you are on a budget,
the 98 Camaro, 04 GTO, or C5 are much better alternatives to the Mustang.
For $42k,
you are CRAZY not to buy a C6.
Ford=R.I.P.
Now,
only an idiot would buy a Mustang.
Up until 1993,the 5.0 Mustang had OEM forged pistons and cost around $5-$10k in the used market when only a few years old.
If you were willing to spend another $6k-$10k,
you would be faster than anything on the road.
Since then,
F*rd has lost their mind!
$42k for a SOLID REAR AXEL 2007 Cobra that barely keeps up with the base C6 in a straight line and gets DOGGED in the twisties?
You gotta be kidding me!!!
Ford lost all of my respect when they dropped the forged pistons in the Fox bodies and again when they dropped the independent rear in the Cobra.
For around $30k with an INDEPENDENT rear and ALUMINUM block,
the Cobra would have made sense.
But,
for what you get for $42k,
only a brain washed Ford loyalist would buy a Mustang.
If you are on a budget,
the 98 Camaro, 04 GTO, or C5 are much better alternatives to the Mustang.
For $42k,
you are CRAZY not to buy a C6.
Ford=R.I.P.
Race Director
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 11,549
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From: Southampton NJ
Originally Posted by cmb13
That's a matter of perspective. How about comparing 50,000 apples to 50,000 apples? The argument being, as someone else pointed out, that $50k into a Mustang (supercharged) can beat $50k into a Vette (stock).
Mind you, I don't give a sh*t either, as I'd gladly spend $60k on my convertible Vette rather than $35k on a mustang with $25k on mods. Even if I lose the race, I'll be psyched to take my Vette home.
Mind you, I don't give a sh*t either, as I'd gladly spend $60k on my convertible Vette rather than $35k on a mustang with $25k on mods. Even if I lose the race, I'll be psyched to take my Vette home.
Race Director
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 11,549
Likes: 27
From: Southampton NJ
Originally Posted by GSXR 1k
The Mustang used to be the "bargain" option for performance in the early 1990's.
Now,
only an idiot would buy a Mustang.
Up until 1993,the 5.0 Mustang had OEM forged pistons and cost around $5-$10k in the used market when only a few years old.
If you were willing to spend another $6k-$10k,
you would be faster than anything on the road.
Since then,
F*rd has lost their mind!
$42k for a SOLID REAR AXEL 2007 Cobra that barely keeps up with the base C6 in a straight line and gets DOGGED in the twisties?
You gotta be kidding me!!!
Ford lost all of my respect when they dropped the forged pistons in the Fox bodies and again when they dropped the independent rear in the Cobra.
For around $30k with an INDEPENDENT rear and ALUMINUM block,
the Cobra would have made sense.
But,
for what you get for $42k,
only a brain washed Ford loyalist would buy a Mustang.
If you are on a budget,
the 98 Camaro, 04 GTO, or C5 are much better alternatives to the Mustang.
For $42k,
you are CRAZY not to buy a C6.
Ford=R.I.P.
Now,
only an idiot would buy a Mustang.
Up until 1993,the 5.0 Mustang had OEM forged pistons and cost around $5-$10k in the used market when only a few years old.
If you were willing to spend another $6k-$10k,
you would be faster than anything on the road.
Since then,
F*rd has lost their mind!
$42k for a SOLID REAR AXEL 2007 Cobra that barely keeps up with the base C6 in a straight line and gets DOGGED in the twisties?
You gotta be kidding me!!!
Ford lost all of my respect when they dropped the forged pistons in the Fox bodies and again when they dropped the independent rear in the Cobra.
For around $30k with an INDEPENDENT rear and ALUMINUM block,
the Cobra would have made sense.
But,
for what you get for $42k,
only a brain washed Ford loyalist would buy a Mustang.
If you are on a budget,
the 98 Camaro, 04 GTO, or C5 are much better alternatives to the Mustang.
For $42k,
you are CRAZY not to buy a C6.
Ford=R.I.P.
Racer
Joined: Apr 2006
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From: College Park Maryland
Originally Posted by Dave@LivernoisDSS
Safety Car
Joined: Jun 2000
Posts: 3,698
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From: Houston TX
Originally Posted by GSXR 1k
Now, only an idiot would buy a Mustang.
Only a brain washed Ford loyalist would buy a Mustang.
Only a brain washed Ford loyalist would buy a Mustang.
You sure do type exactly like our troll pal C6 TT, 427 C6, and boosted C6.
BTW, I own a Mustang, but don't consider myself any kind of brand loyalist. So, your statements are IGNORANT.
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Drifting
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Catonsville MD
Originally Posted by Dave@LivernoisDSS
If thats what it takes to make you feel better after getting beat... more power to ya 
Maybe we should be talking about ways to keep that from happening? Who wants to order a Procharger?
Maybe we should be talking about ways to keep that from happening? Who wants to order a Procharger?
I love how they always have to find a way that a vette can win. The guy asked if the mustang had him covered, sounds like he should. Then that very thought is just a travesty on this forum so there has to be a way that a vette can win right??
Last time I raced I told the guy that beat me that he didn't really win because I'm prettier than he is.
Fox bodies have been whipping vette *** around the globe for years I think it's time some people come out of their bubble....but I'm sure someone will find a reason that the vette really isn't losing.
Drifting
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Catonsville MD
Originally Posted by JLinNY
While those Mustang guys are pouring all their spare change into their cars trying to keep up with the likes of Corvette, I'll be cruising along, carefree, in the greatest American sports car.
How about this, since you're so superior, and you're only 5 hours away from me, I'll bring a friend's mustang to you, completely streetable, heads up drag race, you show me the superiority of your vette. How about a grand for every hour I have to drive to get to you?? Street or strip lets get it done. (We'll need at least half the pot bitch money)
Better yet pinks is in town down here at MIR in the near future and my friends are always looking for new cars. Come show me how superior your vette is....come get your *** cracked.
Last edited by Waveblaster785; Jul 9, 2006 at 05:56 PM.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Nov 2005
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From: Alexandria VA
these kind of threads get stupid...
My vette can beat your mustang....well my friends civic can beat your mustang and corvette ...etc etc.
Seriously once you steer away from NON stock vehicles...then the argumnet is a "mines bigger than yours" which is
ANY car CAN outrun another with the right amount of work.
If you are comparing a stock car vs another stock car out of the price range....then why even are you comparing?
My vette can beat your mustang....well my friends civic can beat your mustang and corvette ...etc etc.
Seriously once you steer away from NON stock vehicles...then the argumnet is a "mines bigger than yours" which is
ANY car CAN outrun another with the right amount of work.
If you are comparing a stock car vs another stock car out of the price range....then why even are you comparing?
Drifting
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From: Catonsville MD
Originally Posted by valdeztke
these kind of threads get stupid...
My vette can beat your mustang....well my friends civic can beat your mustang and corvette ...etc etc.
Seriously once you steer away from NON stock vehicles...then the argumnet is a "mines bigger than yours" which is
ANY car CAN outrun another with the right amount of work.
If you are comparing a stock car vs another stock car out of the price range....then why even are you comparing?
My vette can beat your mustang....well my friends civic can beat your mustang and corvette ...etc etc.
Seriously once you steer away from NON stock vehicles...then the argumnet is a "mines bigger than yours" which is
ANY car CAN outrun another with the right amount of work.
If you are comparing a stock car vs another stock car out of the price range....then why even are you comparing?
Exactly, the question WASN'T stock for stock, someones vagina just got hurt that maybe someone elses car could beat their vette that was touched by the hand of god.
Le Mans Master
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From: Virginia
Don't you all read Car and Driver?They just did a article on a new mustang shelby gt500 and a stock C6.The mustang has 500 hp and 480lb of torque.And we all know the C6 has 400 hp and 400 lb of torque.But the mustang still could not handle the C6.0 to 60 in the mustang is 4.5 and the c6 is 4.3. The only thing the mustang has on the C6 is 50 to 70 in top gear.C6 in 9.1 and the mustang in 8.8.They are close in price but I would still rather have the c6.
Le Mans Master
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From: Alexandria VA
I thought it was all based on science...
Drive train ratios/powertrain + hp/trq + weight + braking bias + understeer/oversteer = the faster of the two being compared
I have had people in cars way slower than mine beat me .....I just cant drive worth a crap
This is the first vette Ive owned. Its nice. Will I own another, probably not...is that wrong, I dont think so.
Some people I think take an oath when they buy a corvette... I wave when I see one and drive the hell out of mine (when I can). For the money its a great car! There will be others that will trumph the vette for years to come, and some that will fall below. Just dont let your loyality to your sworn oath to the Corvette Gods sway the truth from the fact; its JUST A CAR.
Drive train ratios/powertrain + hp/trq + weight + braking bias + understeer/oversteer = the faster of the two being compared
I have had people in cars way slower than mine beat me .....I just cant drive worth a crap
This is the first vette Ive owned. Its nice. Will I own another, probably not...is that wrong, I dont think so.
Some people I think take an oath when they buy a corvette... I wave when I see one and drive the hell out of mine (when I can). For the money its a great car! There will be others that will trumph the vette for years to come, and some that will fall below. Just dont let your loyality to your sworn oath to the Corvette Gods sway the truth from the fact; its JUST A CAR.
Melting Slicks
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From: Fernandina Beach
Originally Posted by 63_GrandSport
Don't you all read Car and Driver?They just did a article on a new mustang shelby gt500 and a stock C6.The mustang has 500 hp and 480lb of torque.And we all know the C6 has 400 hp and 400 lb of torque.But the mustang still could not handle the C6.0 to 60 in the mustang is 4.5 and the c6 is 4.3. The only thing the mustang has on the C6 is 50 to 70 in top gear.C6 in 9.1 and the mustang in 8.8.They are close in price but I would still rather have the c6.
am I reading this right? 9 seconds to go from 50 to 70?
Melting Slicks
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From: Goleta California
I paid 39.9K for my c6 brand new. The mustang GT goes for about 32K new. My guess is that if I drove a 1/4 in my c6 and a 1/4 in the mustang, the c6 would be quicker. The question is whether or not the c6 is worth an extra 8K. For me it is. As far as the 45K Cobra model goes, stock for stock same driver the c6 probably still wins. So is it worth 5K more? That is up to the consumer.
Le Mans Master
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From: Monroe Township New Jersey
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The little white one in my Corvette pictures has run low 11 second quarter mile times & a friend of mine has one that makes mine look like I'm standing still.
Why does it always come down to Corvettes vs Mustangs........
There WILL always be someone who is meaner, badder and faster! get over it already
Why does it always come down to Corvettes vs Mustangs........
There WILL always be someone who is meaner, badder and faster! get over it already
Le Mans Master
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From: Alexandria VA
Originally Posted by Tommy D
The little white one in my Corvette pictures has run low 11 second quarter mile times & a friend of mine has one that makes mine look like I'm standing still.
Why does it always come down to Corvettes vs Mustangs........
There WILL always be someone who is meaner, badder and faster! get over it already
Why does it always come down to Corvettes vs Mustangs........
There WILL always be someone who is meaner, badder and faster! get over it already
