We all know that you can't drive a RWD Mustang like you would drive a FWD Civic. There are a lot of factors involved - tires, weight distribution, power output, which wheel (or wheels) are receiving power, etc.

But, all things being equal, how would swapping out the "live axle" for independent rear suspension make a difference?

Lots of people dis the Mustang for it's live axle, and maybe some of the reason why it still has one is because of the R&D Ford would need to stick into an IRS. But, I believe there are other reasons, and it's a compromise, based on what Ford thinsk we consumers will be doing with our Stangs.

Ford has experimented with IRS on Mustangs, but we still have the live axle - almost like they tried it, but found the "old way" is better in this case.

Since these forums are full of people who understand suspensions far better than I do, I'm curious if anyone can explain the advantages and disadvantages. Anyone????

 

I honestly think Ford put a live axle in to save money.. much like our cheap plastic mirrors, etc. Of course, they're not stupid or anything, they know this is a muscle car and handling is an afterthought for most people.

just my opinion

 

You could get the watts rear link suspension which is supposed to be as close are IRS as we can get.