[r00st]

How does an 03/04 mach1 and an 03/04 gt compare to the new generation GTs?? I am mostly wondering about straight line performance (what are the 1/4 times of the 3 with an average driver?) I beleive the mach and the 03/04 gt are about the same weight, the new ones are a a couple hundred lbs heavier though right?

I have always loved mustangs (currently have an 03 svt focus) and plan on eventually getting into a stang. The problem is... I dont know if I should go brand new (seems like EVERYONE and their grandmother has an 05+ these days) but then again I dont know if I should spend decent $$ for a used one. I have always wanted a termi, but for the price and seeing as how most are collecting a lot of miles, it seems like a better choice to look for either a low mileage 03/04 or a new or almost new 05+
Thanks in advance!
Mike

[TheUNZippee!]

2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS Drivetrain layoutFront engine, rwd Engine type90* V-8, cast-iron block, alum heads Valve gearDOHC, 4 valves/cyl Bore x Stroke, in/mm3.55x3.54 / 90.2x90.0 Displacement, ci/cc280.8 / 4601 Compression ratio10.1:1 Max horsepower @ rpm305 @ 5800 Max torque @ rpm320 @ 4200 Redline, rpm6800


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2007 Ford Mustang GT




Specifications Engine Type: V8 Displacement cu in (cc): 281 (4606) Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 300(221) / 5750 Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 320(434) / 4500 Redline at RPM: 6250 Brakes & Tires Brakes F/R: ABS, vented disc/vented disc Tires F-R: 235/55 ZR17, optional: 235/50 ZR18 Driveline: Rear Wheel Drive Exterior Dimensions & Weight Length × Width × Height in: 188.0 × 73.9 × 55.4 Weight lb (kg): 3483 (1582)

[blue03mach1]

stock for stock... mach1 pwns 05+

[TheBusher]

Originally Posted by TheUNZippee! 2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS Drivetrain layoutFront engine, rwd Engine type90* V-8, cast-iron block, alum heads Valve gearDOHC, 4 valves/cyl Bore x Stroke, in/mm3.55x3.54 / 90.2x90.0 Displacement, ci/cc280.8 / 4601 Compression ratio10.1:1 Max horsepower @ rpm305 @ 5800 Max torque @ rpm320 @ 4200 Redline, rpm6800 ---------------------------------------------- 2007 Ford Mustang GT Specifications Engine Type: V8 Displacement cu in (cc): 281 (4606) Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 300(221) / 5750 Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 320(434) / 4500 Redline at RPM: 6250 Brakes & Tires Brakes F/R: ABS, vented disc/vented disc Tires F-R: 235/55 ZR17, optional: 235/50 ZR18 Driveline: Rear Wheel Drive Exterior Dimensions & Weight Length × Width × Height in: 188.0 × 73.9 × 55.4 Weight lb (kg): 3483 (1582)

Isn't the Mach in aluminum block???

[TheUNZippee!]

Stock, the Mach's run 13's in the 1/4, depending on driver. So do the 05+'s.

Most Mach's are probably a few tenths quicker than most 05+'s. I wouldn't call that being pwnt.

In a perfect world, I would have one of each. But then, I'm greedy that way. lol

[TheUNZippee!]

Originally Posted by TheBusher Isn't the Mach in aluminum block???

Nosir, it's cast iron/aluminum heads.

[rk_2000_Z/28]

Originally Posted by TheUNZippee! Nosir, it's cast iron/aluminum heads.

Are you sure about that? I always thought that the Mach1 had the 4.6 DOHC Aluminum block and the Cobra had the cast iron block.

In my opinion, just from my experiance with racing against both cars, the Mach1 is going to put at least a couple of lengths on the GT if both drivers know what they are doing.

[TheUNZippee!]

Nah. I could be wrong, but I think the Bullitt had the aluminum engine.

*runs to interweb for research purposes.* lol

[TheUNZippee!]

This would be a lot easier if I could just run out and buy one of each. lol

[Steve O]

im pretty sure that the mach's have an alum block

[mdvaldosta]

Yea they do.

[TheUNZippee!]

Originally Posted by mdvaldosta Yea they do.

Thank you. My research was proving fruitless for once, and I kept seeing two different answers in some places. lol

[Garhfer]

In my opinion Mach 1's look better than 05+'s and are faster and I think they breathe better too because they have 4v where as the 05+'s have 3v. I'd choose the Mach 1 over the 05's anyday...

[TheUNZippee!]

Whatever!

*holds up hand* <-talk to that. lol

[blue03mach1]

an 05+ can take an srt4 right? my friend has one and said he pulled 2-3 cars on one but when i raced him(srt4) in the mach i pulled like 2-3 cars just from mid of 3rd gear...i think he was bs?

[TheUNZippee!]

Originally Posted by blue03mach1 an 05+ can take an srt4 right? my friend has one and said he pulled 2-3 cars on one but when i raced him(srt4) in the mach i pulled like 2-3 cars just from mid of 3rd gear...i think he was bs?

Off the line, yes, on the highway, it's closer. I've raced them in both situations, and beat them by a car or two, but then I'm not afraid to smash the shit out of my car.

[TheBusher]

Originally Posted by TheUNZippee! Nah. I could be wrong, but I think the Bullitt had the aluminum engine. *runs to interweb for research purposes.* lol

Bullitt=lightly modded GT
Mach 1=whole different animal

[TheUNZippee!]

Wasn't the Bullitt a better handling car? Or meant to be?

[TheBusher]

Originally Posted by TheUNZippee! Wasn't the Bullitt a better handling car? Or meant to be?

Yes is very... read the fourth paragraph

2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 - First Drive & Road Test Review - Motor Trend

[G.T. Rags]

Originally Posted by TheUNZippee! Off the line, yes, on the highway, it's closer. I've raced them in both situations, and beat them by a car or two, but then I'm not afraid to smash the shit out of my car.

drive it like u stole it.....thats my motto