fastback79

Just got a loan approval for first Mustang. Going to use it as a daily driver and autocross. Problem is, don't know if I should wait the 7 months for the 2011s with more hp. With simple bolt ons and a tune an 2010 can be bumped up to 275 easily correct? Since I said daily driver, am I better going with the 2010 with a proven motor that has been around the past 10 years? Also looked at a camaro RS, a little too heavy around the corners. So here it is 2010 now or wait for the 2011? Main use will be as daily driver.

ODDYSEY

Simple bolts on and a tune will get you to 185RWHP not 275. Not even close.

Factory numbers are rated at the crank, not at the rear wheels.

fastback79

Only 185hp at the crank with bolt ons? ouch.

conejo172

Stock crank HP is 210, stock rwhp is around 185, simple add ons like CAI and dual exhaust will bump up the numbers slightly (10-15 rwhp). Like I responded to your same post on AFM, I'm very happy with the performance of my 2010 v6 with the manual trans. IMO stick with tried and true vs brand new and probably full of first year kinks. Good luck but either one you choose I'm sure you'll enjoy the Mustang.

fastback79

Good to hear!! You seem content, thanx.

Kona6Stang10

No regrets: This is my DD....it is quick enough for me for now.....I have a 2010 Z4 now with 300hp which is pretty stout.....once i finish anesthesia i'll be getting something with at least 10 cylinders
Plus the exhaust not on the 4.0's is prolly gonna be better sounding that the 3.7.....that is IF the 3.7 is modular....which i['m not sure of.
i can't imagine that it would be a pushrod motor.......now if it was a 90 * 3.7 pushrod engine with 306 hp....then that would sound pretty sweet!

Kona6Stang10

at the wheels:
I've seen bolt on v6's at around 210ish WHEEL HP and nearly 230 wtq...that's pretty stout .....not fast ....stout.

conejo172

kona6stang10, how do you feel about the over all performance of yours?

Kona6Stang10

overall it's MUCH better than the hci 3.8 I had prior.....is it fast ....no...is it fun...yes......does it get me from point a to b lookin sexy....yes
it does pretty well in corners too.....we'll really see how the s197 does after i get some minor suspension done

ODDYSEY

If you get the 2010 you can get an X-Extreme and have 300+ RWHP plus it will sound awesome. And look awesome