I saw a Corvette for $39,999 last year as a close-out. I think it's more about two American icons in the automotive world. In the end I saved over $10k vs a Vette. Whenever my wife and I wanted to go out with the sister-in-law we would have to pile into the SUV. Of course this is totally subjective, and I do think the new Mustang is a sharp looking car, but I ended up buying another Vette (not the one in the dealer's showroom - that's another story ). Then we have the 2020 Mercedes-AMG GT … While a nice idea to avoid the gas guzzler tax, it seems like it entirely defeats the purpose of shifting your own gears. more hp means more proformance. All rights reserved. I do see where the car is suppose to be an overall improvement in handling and quality. The fact that I get over 25mpg on the road when I'm not worrying about mileage is just a plus, if I want to drive the speed limit it gets closer to 30mpg. 1:34. We especially love choosing the C7 Corvette for this battle. The Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport meets the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 and everyone's the better for it. I know a guy who souped up a road ready TOYOTA that could outrun a vette, mustang and alot more on a tract. In 5k miles, I have been forced to 4th twice. **, more motorcycles than your girlfriend has shoes crew. Insurance will be much cheaper on the Corvette. obviously they have never drove the stang. TOM SALT, MARC URBANO. the stang always beat the camaro and the trans am in the real world. Other than that, the car was great. Here the roads are somewhat less than perfect. These are very different cars. My opinion. Jump to page: ... but a C6 vette is not a great daily driver and their interiors were old-looking when they came out. That said, there are Mustang Clubs, the car sits higher, so it is easier to see around in traffic, and it is easier to be seen, and parts are cheaper. So, '03 for $30k + the '02 for $27.5 and the '01 for right around $25k. Eusz Mat. Posted this in another thread about what Edmunds thinks.....about driving the Mustang GT back-to-back with the Corvette...... Read other articles and get many other views. Corvette C6 (base) vs Mustang 5.0 vs. The Corvette … Most people don't cross shop the Mustang and Corvette. That is not the issue. stang rules. Despite the Ford Mustang GT500 being capable of producing 760 hp, a lot more than the … As for the Mustang GT, I think I would go for the previous model and save $$$. Not too much more in the torque dept. the vette should out preform the stang given the hp difference. $65,900. Chevy Corvette Z06 C5 vs 2014 Ford Mustang GT Tug O' War. im mean all fiberglass. HELLION - 2016+ FORD MUSTANG … ... *2015 Mustang GT … 205HP in CA, ain't so bad. the vette should out preform the stang given the hp difference. I routinely scraped the front of the car when I went to the grocery store (and many other places besides, including my own driveway). The content on our website is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or to replace a relationship with a qualified healthcare professional. what is wrong with you people. does not lean one bit. i own a 04 c5. I've responded to this "Skip Shift" question so many times. He is driving its “doppelganger.” With a 6.2L supercharged Chevy small block, it cranks out about 640 hp with a manual transmission. 2 seater vs. 4 seater..... An American icon vs. an American pony car....$50,000 vs. $25,000....Only 33,000 Corvettes produced a year compared to what 200,000 Mustangs a year.... And I couldn't agree more. I live in Houston, TX. Of course I had reset it after 3 days on track when it was reading closer to 7mpg. I am considering a Mustang GT Convertible (5sp) vs a pre-owned C5 Corvette. I love it, the feel and driving a track is much different than in traffic. Every model change is this or that best ever and blah, blah, blah. That was around $4k off. Starting … If the 2005 models are given another 11k discount, there is no way a profit is being made - so why continue to produce it? As long as I'm able to get in and out...I'll be driving one... have fun driving that 2007 model! Damn, I really thought Houston has the best roads when I used to live there from 2013-2016. Good call, my bad. 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 vs 2019 Chevrolet C7 Corvette ZR1. I say, try a Stang a few years older, save $10 to 15K and buy more gas. ". The '98 looks great, and '99 on were tighter and better handling, along with adequate power. Mustangs are nice, but NOTHING compares to a Vette. My Corvette is not my only car, so it becomes an organizing task, deciding which car to use on a given day, based on what has to be done. it sets up. Buying a "Fun Car" - 2007-2010 C6 Corvette vs. 2015 - 2017 Mustang GT (vehicle, best) User Name: Remember Me: Password : Please register to participate in our discussions with 2 million … The C5 would probably be a coupe with removable roof. - Loren. $25k vs $45k. Considering the fact that you already have a beater, incase you need to drive something else, I would recommend the vette. According to Chevrolet, the new mid-engine Z51 Corvette can go from zero to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds. No reason to lose serious money as cars value takes a big hit, especially in the first two years time. Just like some of the Mustang V8 owners now paying MSRP or higher. Skip shift is overblown by those who wouldn't be satisfied with anything, ie., a critic. Well it looks pretty good. everyone is bad mouthing the solid rear axle of the stang. Can you get a deal, sure but I'm guessing you can get deals on the Mustang as well if you look on the internet rather than most local markets. This means the cars are pitted against one another in a rolling race. And as it was pointed out, for 20 bucks it can be permanately disabled. I haven't driven one, but I get the feeling it would drive me nuts - maybe enough to be a deciding factor. **Sandwiches are made in the KITCHEN......ABS are built in the GYM! If reliable, the New Stang in a V6 looks like the best deal. obviously they have never drove the stang. I can't see paying $25 to $32K for Mustang GTs, but to each his own. the stang always beat the camaro and the trans am in the real world. The Mustang doesn't compare with the Vette in terms of prestige and elite status......the Corvette will always turn heads whenever you see one......Mustang doesn't generate the type of response as I mentioned earlier, too common of a vehicle. And in 2 or 3 years, I'll trade the C5 for a C6. The vette is a rocket, and the Stang a car. Now, admittedlly when you are limited to 65 or 70 mph, ok, you have a case but even a 350hp C5 is a screamer on the track vs. a stock GT Mustang. Retro? Fokized. High-Speed Fun. Just my opion that retro styling hints are a good thing, but when it gets close enough why not get the real deal, as in 1968 car complete with chrome bumpers, and no fat lower lip sticking out front. Some have recently bought leftover 2004 GTO's for as low as $21k, great deal on a basically new 350hp car. With exceptional performance, style, comfort, features, and most of all value, the 2015 Chevy Corvette Stingray is a remarkable sports car. My last trip from Reno-Fernley Raceway to the Bay Area I did 240 miles and the trip computer was right on 30.0mgp, admittedly doing lots of down hill, after filling up in Nevada. It may be too late but...I went through the exact decision. With a 5.0-liter V8 that churns out 460 hp, Chevrolet C7 Corvette owners aren’t too happy to hear about the new Mustang GT’s performance. More techno stuff, usually means more problems. when the stang is steal for 25,000.00 (gt). Ford Mustang GT: Dealers will give you a choice, either the Mustang with its 210-hp V6 or the GT with its 300-hp V8. Corvette C5 vs Mustang GT. 08-30-2012, 08:24 PM #2. The '05 Stang looks pretty cool, but is perhaps a bit too retro and getting fatter every model up. Regular price $ 6,429 99 $ 6,429.99. The knee-jerk reaction is to say the Shelby GT350 with its flat plane-crank Voodoo V8 is going to smoke the C6 Corvette with its LS3 V8. I waited 54 years for my 94, and I was so impressed that after 13 months and 5,000 miles, I sold it and bought an '01. Usually these statements are overdone. I see a gradual swing towards manufacturer's sticking to MSRP pricing. Buying a Stang for everyday use is a better choice. Ah, everyone wants the new toys. As to the potential for damage on ordinary paved roads, I offer two anecdotes. It is not an issue. I plan on it being a daily driver. YMMV. LS3 Corvette vs. 5.0 Mustang GT (which car should I buy), 5777 N Meeker Ave, Boise, ID 83713-1520 USA, Powerlifting Workouts - Training Journals, Post Your Pictures and Introduce Yourself. This is an easy one for me. Vortech C6 Corvette vs Vortech 02 Mustang GT vs Nitrous 67 Camaro vs 2003 Cobra. Hmmm...if Mom and Dad have Vettes, I'm thinking there's one in your daughter's future, and maybe a new one for Mom and/or Dad... Once you own a Vette, nothing is the same. mine hangs the turns it stays where i put it in the turn. The V8 is awesome, what a big dif. Be the first to receive exciting news, features, and special offers from Bodybuilding.com! It's ok, but I'm not a fan of the retro look, if you wanted that buy a 1967 or 1968. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional prior to beginning any diet or exercise program or taking any dietary supplement. Lower insurance rate, fair gas mileage with the stick, and lower cost to buy. does not lean one bit. " its a no brainer. when the stang is steal for 25,000.00 (gt). that is stock of the dealers lot. Our daughter, when out of college got a GT Convertible and really loved that car, but after both Mom and I had Vettes she's only waiting until one comes her way. A new car vs a 2 - 3 year old car could make quite a difference. it sets up. I plan on it being a daily driver. The only way to go is the V8 for a Mustang, otherwise don't buy it. But as I say, even in the C5 it is a pretty small deal. Bodybuilding.com℠ and BodySpace® are trademarks of Bodybuilding.com. why would anyone in there right mind want to pay 45,000.00 or more for a new vette. As for the GTO, it may be an excellent used car. The V6 with a proper setup sounds fair - actually the new Stang in V6 is better without mods. The view is obstructed by the steering wheel. catitado. 1:29. 2014 Corvette Stingray vs 2013 Mustang GT on slicks Drag Racing. Compare Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Coupe vs Ford Mustang Shelby GT350. So now I'm driving an 01 torch red coupe that I bought for $31K with 2500 miles on it and I couldn't be more pleased. I love the sound that the GT puts out. Probably not admitted by many but a lot of times I shift 1st, 3rd, 5th and if I get close to 40mph it goes in 6th. speed shot Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 c6 corvette drag racing shelby gt350 vs corvette shelby gt350 vs c6 corvette click to load Disqus comments for this story This enables Disqus, Inc. to … that was a 84 5.0 mustang GT that i used to have all my fun with. ... 2:01. it will be nearly 3600+ lbs. The Mustang wasn't in my view at the time, actually as noted elsewhere on Edmunds I was lusting after an XK8 but at 6' 3" I couldn't get in the car and spent 9 months looking for the alternative. The Corvette wasn't even on my radar until one of our Plant Managers' who drives one noted that we made a key component for the Active Handling and I should "buy the product", like if I don't, who will? I am surprised I don't see more, especially since I can think of 3 GM buildings within 20 miles of where I spend most of my time. :surprise: We have shipped a 2005 Mustang V8 auto overseas and now the trade/client is reporting: fuel injection system has malfunctioned and caused the engine to seize - too much fuel has been pumped into number 6 cylinder. You can get pretty low mileage use Stangs for $15k to $20K. After all, one is a cool-sounding and modern … C'mon now, the Mustang is just too common vehicle. Both are great performance cars. The old look, with the rounded dash looks much better anyway. The Vette is a different class of automobile, simple as that. Looks wise and performance wise, how can you beat a C5 Vette? Gaingdku75432. what is wrong with you people. I agree 100%. :shades: ....."If you want a good looking, high performance, well put together muscle car, then the choice is the Mustang.