I've always been a Mustang fan. The 'Vette has some curves, but other than that it doesn't really excite me.
The Mustang has a bored out engine and the 190hp in the Vette was replaced with a Jasper 350. The Vette is easier to drive since it holds the road better. The 1980 suspension was better than the crappy engine. The Jasper engine likes to set off car alarms, and the T-roof is real nice on a sunny day. The Mustang is a bit of a beast at speed, but has a lot of character. The body was "Shelbyized," complete with roll bar. Shaker hood is fun to watch when you tear out. You have to watch the back end through the twisties. Image Unavailable, Please Login
I'm a long term Mustang fan, but lately have been shopping C1 and C2 Corvettes. I always had thought of picking up a classic Mustang some day, but I have owned a few late models and am still holding onto one of them so I feel like it is time to diversify beyond my fascinations with F cars (Ferrari and Ford). Any opinions on C1/C2 Vettes vs. 60's Mustangs?
jpk - if you can provide more info would be more helpful. Such as budget, desired use, etc. Most agree that the C2 body is the best. I personally would not spend the same amount I would on a '67 427/435hp car on a mustang. Do you want all original or a resto mod? Again that would depend on use. If you want to drive it long distance that needs to be considered. While I respect mustang for what they are I have no desire to actually own one.
My 54 Vette and my 65 Vette have both been great and dependable. Radial tires on the 1965 Vette improve handling a lot. It makes no difference on the 1954 Vette. The 1954 Vette has a manual choke and takes a while to pull gas from the tank to the motor. So it takes a little motor grinding to get it running from a cold start. Once the car is started it kicks over easily the rest of the day and the next day. My 54 Vette can sit for 4 months before I take it out. It starts in a predictable way. My mid year Vette is a 1965 so it is the first year with disk brakes all four quarters. My car is the 327/ 365hp motor. I think the 63 to 67 Vettes are one of the most attractive exterior cars ever. They drive more modern with fair power. I have AC in my car. Good luck with what ever car you choose. Both cars have gone up in value while Ive owned them. Best Lee
I like both the C1 and C2, I myself might even lean towards C2 because it's more muscle car. But the wife has stated that she's for the C1 over a C2 or a 60's Mustang, so that's what I've got approval to add to the garage. And I like the classic 50's look of a C1, even though it's a bit less masculine. I'm shopping well restored drivers under $100K. Not looking for a museum piece. I do want the original look, not a modernized hot rod. So I want a car with mostly restored or original parts but can accept a non-original motor or transmission to keep the price and maintenance sane. I've found examples $60K-$70K that look like they'd make for good weekend cruisers and still feel good about showing well at a car show.
Ok so I am hearing you say a cruiser and drive in/car show thing that is pretty much original. If I am correct then I think you should go drive one first and then come back and see if you have anything to revise. The C1 looks great but drives not so great in original form. Not trying to change your mind but if I was looking for one I would like to have the updated C4 suspension under it and probably a late model small block in it. Will ride and drive much nicer and be more reliable.
