Chevrolet Camaro SS Vs Ford Mustang GT >> Which Is Better ?

 

Ford Mustang GT and Chevrolet Camaro SS are constantly pitted against one another, but there is no clear victor , but ..

There is no bigger rivalry in the world of muscle cars than Mustang vs. Camaro. Since the late 1960s, Camaros and Mustangs have gathered in rows at drag strips all over the nation to compete to see which V8-powered machine is the fastest, most potent, and most aesthetically pleasing.

The cars have undergone significant change since then. Both vehicles are bigger, safer, and more sophisticated than ever. Both now have 4-cylinder, more fuel-efficient engines that are smaller than those used in the 1960s but still offer more power. Additionally, both vehicles have V8s that have been supercharged to produce even more power than anyone could have imagined in the 1960s.

The Mustang and Camaro now have more trims, options, and packages than perhaps any other vehicle on the road as a result. A big, roaring, naturally aspirated V8 is lurking in that tangled web of available engines, just waiting to be let loose, and that has always been true of both cars.

It's the SS on the Camaro. It's called the GT on the Mustang. Which V8-powered muscle car is superior, though?

The winner would be difficult to determine if you were to simply compare engines. The 5.0-L Coyote V8 in the Mustang GT produces 460 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. That only defeats the Camaro SS by 5 horsepower, as the Chevy's 6.2-L V8 produces 455 horsepower. With 455 lb-ft of torque pressing tangentially on its crank, the Camaro, however, has more torque.

Both vehicles can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in about 4 seconds, but the Camaro's increased torque will be more noticeable.

Both vehicles also have a choice of a new 10-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual transmission. Although it comes at an additional cost for either vehicle, the automatic is unquestionably the better choice (and the only one that can achieve that 4-second zero to sixty time).

Surprisingly, both cars have the exact same 10-speed automatic transmission. Ford created the incredibly effective 10-speed and provided it to GM as part of a technology-sharing agreement. Due to the rarity of a GM and Ford vehicle sharing a transmission, the gearbox cannot be held responsible for any performance discrepancies.

Despite having a bigger engine, the Mustang actually has worse fuel efficiency. Fuel economy isn't really a big deal when it comes to large, V8-powered muscle cars, but it is one of the few real advantages the Camaro SS has over the Mustang GT.

What about inside the cabin then, if there isn't much of a difference under the hood aside from fuel efficiency and 5 puny horses? This is a different story, as the Ford responds to the Camaro's livelier cockpit in a more conservative manner.

The only shared features between the two vehicles are the analog instrument clusters behind the driver's seat and the 8-inch infotainment displays in the middle. The Camaro's interior is more streamlined and contemporary, with recessed switches, an Alcantara-covered steering wheel, and circular vents down low near the shifter to keep your hand cool, in contrast to the Mustang's interior, which resembles something out of an F-150. The Camaro seems to be embracing the future while the Mustang is frantically attempting to not offend anyone, so it won't be for everyone, for sure.

Visibility is one advantage the Mustang has over the Camaro. Because of the Camaro's extremely high window line, it is challenging to see over the hood or out of blind spots. Shorter drivers might find the Camaro uncomfortable to drive in despite having an 8-way adjustable seat (two more than the Mustang).

The Camaro costs $37,995, while the Mustang GT starts at $35,355. A few nice features like standard Brembo brakes, an infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and more USB ports are included with the Camaro to make up for the $2,500 price difference. However, once you begin introducing performance packages, everything drastically changes.

You can upgrade the Camaro and Mustang's magnetic ride suspension, sway bars, larger Brembo brakes, and a variety of other features for about $7,000 more. The Mustang gets Michelin Sport Cup 2 Tires, bigger 19-inch wheels, and even more suspension tweaks that make the car handle not like a big, lumbering muscle car but rather like a real sports car. The Camaro receives RECARO racing seats and a heads-up display.

And unlike the Camaro, the Mustang has a driver assistance package that is optional and gives it lane-keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams. Some of these driver assistance features are available on the Camaro's 2SS trim, but doing so raises the base price to $43,000 and leaves out all the glitzy racing extras from the 1LE performance pack.

Which car you prefer will ultimately come down more to personal preference than any real performance difference. We believe that the Mustang beats the Camaro if you're willing to spend $50,000 on customizing your vehicle, but if you're looking for a V8 as cheaply as possible, the base Camaro is the vehicle to buy. You'll enjoy making noise out of the juice of a dead dinosaur either way.