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Originally Posted by LOWDOWN
Car - Curb Weight -- HP -- P2W --- 'Ring
ZR1.....3,300............638....5.2.......7:19
GT500..3,850...........662....5.81.....7:39
Z06/7...3,200..........505....6.33.....7:22
Z/28.....3,827..........505....7.58.....7:37
ZL1......4,120..........580....7.10.....7:41
Chassis dynamics, including weight distribution, tire sizes and compounds, all come into play. IRS vs. SRA. Even the Laws of Physics cannot defy such a staggering P2W advantage the GT500 has over ALL except the ZR1.
The fact the 'Ring numbers are in the same neighborhood as the GMs listed is strictly due to one outrageous engine, wrapped in an outdated chassis. By moving to IRS with the next-Gen Mustang is a clear admission of this significant shortcoming by its parents...
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I don't understand Ford sometimes. I never looked at buying the GT500 because of the live rear axle. They implemented IRS before after several aftermarket companies were making them and installing them in the late 90's? Oh wait a minute the car can't launch as hard with the IRS, let's change it back! There is definitely a drag racer mentality at Ford that has hurt them for years. Low ET low IQ.
