ULTIMATE V8 MUSCLE -- 2019 Chevy Camaro SS vs. 2019 Ford Mustang GT: Comparison

Few automotive rivalries are as intense and close as Mustang versus Camaro. These two have been trading blows almost continuously for over 50 years straight, and after all that fighting, the question of which is superior is still up in the air. So today, while it probably won't change any Mustang or Camaro fan's mind. For the rest of you, we hope to give you some insight into this question. So, with all that being said, let's see which American

muscle

car is most deserving of your hard-earned money. Now no

muscle

car is really at its best until it has a giant V8 under the hood, so that's exactly what we have.

Starting with the Mustang, we have the loaded premium GT, which gives you some of the luxury features in addition to the crude. performance. It starts at 39,000 $355 and from there we have the 10-speed automatic safety package, spare tire and navigation system, all counted with destination, the ring total ends at $44145. For the facelifted Camaro, the equivalent loaded model is the 2 SS that starts at $42,000. We even have several additional options on board, including navigation with 10-speed automatic transmission and the white interior trim package. Plus, we have the high-performance exhaust system that the Mustang is missing. So while you'll hear it to be fair, we won't be counting There, for all that's said and done, the total is forty-five thousand two hundred and eighty dollars with destination.

That spot is our price difference, it's just a little over a grand. So to make up for that small price difference, we'll start the Mustang with one. point per $1,000 or one point So now that we've laid the foundation, let's get into the heart of the

comparison

. When it comes to these two, by far the most important part is under the hood. Both still have the same massive 6.2-liter v8. in the Camaro and five liters in the Mustang despite the difference in displacement. Power output is almost identical: 455 versus 460 horsepower. However, the torque difference is more significant: 455 pound-feet for the Camaro and 420 for this model.

As for transmissions, the refreshed Camaro now has exactly the same one co-developed by GM Ford in automatic gear. like in the Mustang Of course, you still can't get a six-speed manual in both if you prefer, but most people will still opt for the automatic. Now let's go ahead and listen to those incredible starts and exhausts. As for driving impressions, let me start by saying that I know we've pretty much tested the limits of these two vehicles. They are extremely capable and it really takes a race track to get a full idea of ​​their full potential. However, both are still extremely fun under legal conditions.

Speeds The steering is a laser, quick acceleration is instantaneous, and the exhaust sounds are out of this world. They both look more like sports cars than ever in the past and that's definitely a good thing for your fuel economy in the end. The result is a bit surprising: the Mustang's smaller-displacement engine still delivers worse MPG at 19 combined versus 20 combined in the Camaro, which is likely due to cylinder deactivation. Anyway, now let's start comparing the styling and exterior features. I'm partly trying to keep subjectivity out of these

comparison

s, but I'll look at front and rear styling overall.

Starting with the Mustang, its styling hasn't changed since its update last year. Therefore, it continues to have a good mix of both classic and modern design cues. The grille is wide and aggressive filled with black mesh. The Camaro, on the other hand, has changed. Well, since last year, Chevy has switched to a new Transformers theme for the face and although it's controversial, I will say that it looks better in person than in the photos. They pair that new face with new LED headlights that extend all the way to the grille for a really cool looking look.

Coming back to the Mustang, it also has cool looking full LED headlights. Additionally, it also has LED fog lights, while the Camaro only has an accent light. So overall, the Mustangs will take the lead in the rear. However, there really isn't a big advantage. One way or another, both have very attractive designs enhanced by LED taillights and quad exhaust. However, I'll give the Camaro a half point since it has a standard large spoiler versus the small one on the Stang. Another place where the Camaro gives you more standard wheel equipment. This 18-inch alloy is the standard wheel on all GTs while this 20-inch alloy is the standard wheel on all SSs and then as for brakes, the Camaro also gives you standard wing arches unlike the Mustang, where you have to opt for the performance package to get them Heading to the mirrors Camaro wins again by giving the owner auto dimming and blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert But things start to fall apart a little for Camaro when it comes with the rest of the safety systems Our Mustang has the Intelligent Safe package that includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection adaptive cruise control Lane Keep Assist and automatic high beams By comparison, all the Camaro has is passive warning of frontal collision It doesn't matter how you equip it And as far as warranties go, they are exactly the same, except that Chevy offers you a free, free service visit.

Finishing things at the fuel tank. There is a big difference between the two: the Camaro has a nineteen-gallon fuel tank, while the Mustang only has 16 gallons and that means, therefore, that with its higher mileage, the Camaro has 380 miles of range on compared to only 304 in the Ford. Well, that about sums up everything there is to talk about on the exterior, so now let's move on and see if the interiors are much the same. For entry, both have smart entry and key fobs that include remote start. After opening the doors, the cabins look very different from each other.

Our Camaro has a ceramic white leather interior and the Mustang has a simple black leather interior. But Obviously, there are other colors available regarding the seats. The Mustang has six-way power seats with two-way lumbar and lacks any type of power seatback adjustment. While the Camaro has eight-way power seats, but lacks any type of lumbar adjustment. Both are also air-conditioned and ventilated. So the tiebreaker is the memory of two people in the Chevy. Once inside, although the designs are very different, the materials are quite similar. The top dash of the Mustang is all soft touch with stitching and then in the middle there is a faux aluminum trim.

On the Camaro, the top is really hard to the touch. But the entire central part is made of leather with contrasting stitching. The knees and armrests are also padded with leather. However, there is a major difference with the door trims. The Camaro simply has more leather and best of all is a very large piece of real aluminum trim. Overall, it is I got the most premium cabin. Press the button to start both models. After doing so, you will see eight-inch high-resolution screens turn on. But then looking at the gauges, only the Camaro comes standard with reconfigurable digital gauges.

To be fair. They're also available on the Mustang, but that would have required an additional $2,200 package. And on top of that, the Camaro has a head-up display that isn't available on the Mustang, no matter what. Returning to the wheels, both have pleasantly heavy electric power. steering and attractive leather-wrapped wheels. Only Camaros have heating. Next we have storage which of course neither of these two have much of, but between them. The Mustang is better. Its center console is wider and deeper, and it also has another small area in front. The Chevy does not have Both models have Powell shifters, backup cameras with trajectory and parking sensors.

As for the climate, our dual-zone automatic settings. The Camaro's setup definitely looks cooler. But at the same time the edge can get hot enough to burn you. So the Mustang is more practical. Now let's go ahead and compare the Mustang's new Bang & Olufsen sound system to the Camaro. I know the audio samples don't necessarily reflect it, but the Mustang system has a little more power and now that brings us to the infotainment systems. Starting with the Ford, we have the latest version of sync 3. This is still a very easy to use system with shortcuts at the bottom and a home screen.

They have built-in navigation, but if you don't want to pay for that, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, our standard, move up to the Camaro. It was updated with Chevy's new 3 infotainment system this year. The new design is similar to the sync 3, but I found this system to have snappier overall performance. The optional navigation system has attractive graphics, but again, both Android auto and Apple carplay. They are standard. Honestly, both of our systems are excellent, and there really isn't enough difference to award points. Up top, both have auto-dimming mirrors and universal remote controls, but the Camaro has an extra trick to compensate for poor visibility.

It has a rear camera mirror that completely eliminates all obstructions. Finally, neither model has a sunroof. Optionally, you can Camaro if you want. Now, checking the rear seats, the actual measurements are not really meaningful as they are measured as if we were driving a midget. But as far as real world feel goes for my 5' 8" frame, the Mustang is definitely more comfortable. My hair barely brushes the glass instead of pressing on it and the Mustang's seats are buckets. Moving on to the ability to ride. cargo, the Ford has a significant advantage. It has 13 and a half cubic feet versus just nine point three in the Camaro Plus it has full 50/50 split seats versus all in one piece Well, that's it for this really close comparison video, like You can probably already see They are more similar than different.

So it will really depend on your personal preferences. We highly suggest you do yourself a favor and check them both out in person. Anyway, thanks for joining us for another car design comparison. And be sure Please subscribe to help us reach 50,000 subscribers and more. Take care everyone.