
With its new engine, the Ford Mustang V-6 is no longer the rental cruiser as before; it’s now a worthy rival to the likes of the Nissan 370Z and Hyundai Genesis, although the 370Z still feels lighter, sharper, and more like an all-out sports car.
As for the V-8 Mustang GT, it now feels like more of a serious performance coupe and less of a mere muscle machine.
It’s just as quick as the Camaro SS—perhaps faster by some measures—and we like its rev-happy character and wonderful sound a bit better.
Factor in the improvements in fuel economy, the value for the money, and the reasonably comfortable cabin—plus features like SYNC and MyRide—and the 2011 Ford Mustang looks like a much stronger contender in every way.
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The 2011 Ford Mustang lives up to all those juvenile, tire-smoking pony-car expectations; at the same time, it’s an unexpectedly capable, sophisticated coupe. |
After what felt like an eternity of waiting, the 2010 Chevy Camaro is here—and it's good. |
A great performance car that starts just under $30,000, the 2010 Nissan 370Z comes close enough to Porsche performance to make you wonder. |
MSRP From | ||
$22,145 | $22,680 | $30,410 |
Gas Mileage | ||
15 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||
Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 |
EPA Class | ||
Compact | Compact | Two-Seater |
Style Name | ||
2-Door Coupe V6 | 2-Door Coupe LS | 2-Door Coupe Manual |
Drivetrain | ||
Rear Wheel Drive | Rear wheel drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||
4 | 4 | 2 |
Passenger Doors | ||
N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||
2 Door Coupe | 2dr Cpe | 2 door coupe |
Transmission | ||
Manual | Manual | Manual |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||
2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z |