help me decide cobra or GT

ex-lt1-guy · 08-02-2002, 01:20 AM

Hey guys, I was looking at getting a newer cobra or a brand new GT. Now if money was no option i'd get the new 03 Cobra, but i'm gonna be strapped for cash if i get that. So i was wondering, if you guys had your choice of car, what would u get? I know there is a HP difference and the IRS and all, but I like the looks of the GT and the price is much nicer. I dont know a whole lot about the powerband on the new GTs, i know the cobra will rev to about 7000 rpms with the 32 valves and all, whats the GTs capability? And i was curious too if supercharging the GT would be a feasable alternative to the cobra, i havent looked at many kits for them so i dont know what kind of power they can put out, so if any of you can help a brotha out i'd appreciate it.
thanks in advance guys

Crazy Horse GT · 08-02-2002, 03:31 AM

well i'm pretty new to the mod engine myself, i bought a gt, but wanted an svt snake, out of my range,im pretty happy with the gt, just started on small mod's - k&n, flow's, i got a lot of work ahead of me, but it takes time & MONEY,, good luck, im just learning myself, went from a 69 grande, to an 00 gt, whole different world, for an old school guy like me.

Dark_5.0 · 08-02-2002, 09:33 AM

Go cobra, I drove new GT's and LS1's before I bought the cobra. The LS1 was as fast but the cobra was nicer. The cobra is quite abit faster than the GT on the average and nicer.

I may be biased though.

You will get a good car either way. I got my cobra for about the same price as a tricked out new GT.

Red Mustang Gt 46 · 08-02-2002, 09:49 AM

Check with your insurance company first...

The premium may be a BIG deciding factor..it was for me.

Dark_5.0 · 08-02-2002, 01:49 PM

My insurance only went up $10.00 going from a 00' GMC truck to a 01'Cobra.

Sonics2042 · 08-02-2002, 04:59 PM

I looked into getting a 93 Cobra to replace my 90 LX and it would have cost me ~20 dollars more a month....

Not that bad considering I am 19 and I only pay ~600 a year now

. (Don't ask me how...and no my record isn't perfect..or even close...)

Thanks,
DoranW

Sonics2042 · 08-02-2002, 05:02 PM

Oh...and get the Cobra...

My friend has a 98 GT and I know he wishes he would have gotten a 95 Cobra with cash left over. Of course, the new GTs are much more badass...

Thanks,
DoranW

Dark_5.0 · 08-02-2002, 05:12 PM

96-98 GT vs a 95'cobra

I wont go there............

Hammer · 08-02-2002, 05:32 PM

Quote:

96-98 GT vs a 95'cobra I wont go there............

Good idea....

Sonics2042 · 08-02-2002, 05:38 PM

He he he...What?!

I still say go with a Cobra though... What year GT vs what year Cobra were you thinking?

Thanks,
DoranW

Dark_5.0 · 08-02-2002, 05:41 PM

I was just saying there is a massive performance gap between the two cars. and I didnt want to insult the iron fist

Hammer · 08-02-2002, 05:46 PM

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I didnt want to insult the iron fist

Oh God, I'm gonna get some mileage from this avatar...

ex-lt1-guy · 08-02-2002, 07:03 PM

Yeah I am looking at the 99+ GT and a 99+ Cobra if i didnt specify earlier. I like the power of the cobra and the ride, but the looks of the GT and the PRICE is goin to be a deciding factor, I mean I love the cobra it just might not be in my future right at the moment, I just want some opinions on the GT, maybe someone that has a blower on theirs, thanks guys, this is the most replies i've had on post hehe

blue00gt · 08-02-2002, 07:20 PM

A supercharger is probably the best mod for 99+ GT's for the hp increase for the money (as opposed to bolt-ons). On an otherwise bone stock motor most base level (mild boost) kits make about 400hp at the crank for a centrifugal supercharger and about 360hp at the crank for a roots blower. The power keeps going up from there with ntercooling and more boost.
Basically, I was looking at the same decision of whether to get a '99 Cobra or a '00 GT. There was over $100 difference per month in insurance for me, so that sort of decided it for me. Once I get the rest of the suspension and a blower I will have $32-34K total into my GT. I guarantee it will be much faster and handle better than a stock Cobra for the same money. Of course now that you can sometimes find good deals on used '99+ Cobras there may not be as much of a difference in total investment between fixing up a GT and buying a Cobra.

blue00gt · 08-02-2002, 07:29 PM

I forgot to mention that the $32-34K total investment I stated was with me installing everything myself and with the help of a few skilled friends. So if you were to have everything I bought and am going to buy installed at a shop you would be looking at at least $5K more.

08-02-2002, 01:20 AM	#1 (permalink)
ex-lt1-guy Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: O'Fallon IL Posts: 93	help me decide cobra or GT Hey guys, I was looking at getting a newer cobra or a brand new GT. Now if money was no option i'd get the new 03 Cobra, but i'm gonna be strapped for cash if i get that. So i was wondering, if you guys had your choice of car, what would u get? I know there is a HP difference and the IRS and all, but I like the looks of the GT and the price is much nicer. I dont know a whole lot about the powerband on the new GTs, i know the cobra will rev to about 7000 rpms with the 32 valves and all, whats the GTs capability? And i was curious too if supercharging the GT would be a feasable alternative to the cobra, i havent looked at many kits for them so i dont know what kind of power they can put out, so if any of you can help a brotha out i'd appreciate it. thanks in advance guys

08-02-2002, 03:31 AM	#2 (permalink)
Crazy Horse GT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Sale Creek, TN. C. S. A. Posts: 4,653	well i'm pretty new to the mod engine myself, i bought a gt, but wanted an svt snake, out of my range,im pretty happy with the gt, just started on small mod's - k&n, flow's, i got a lot of work ahead of me, but it takes time & MONEY,, good luck, im just learning myself, went from a 69 grande, to an 00 gt, whole different world, for an old school guy like me. __________________ 95 gt vert, lot's of stuff, it aint slow. 04 sonic blue v - six my beater 89 rs camaro iroc turbo hood, other stuff, my wifes ride 84 lx stang cammed up 289 hi po, etc 65 falcon, maybe by the year 2020. black 00gt, gone but never forgotten. R H C- member # 1 o.b.c. da prez- member # 1 if your under 40 dont ask. goodbye for now odie,r.i.p. 11-27-03

08-02-2002, 09:33 AM	#3 (permalink)
Dark_5.0 Moderator Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Staging lane Posts: 4,331	Go cobra, I drove new GT's and LS1's before I bought the cobra. The LS1 was as fast but the cobra was nicer. The cobra is quite abit faster than the GT on the average and nicer. I may be biased though. You will get a good car either way. I got my cobra for about the same price as a tricked out new GT. __________________ 92' LX-Big brakes, Lots and lots of suspension, Vortech A-trim 7 psi 331 stroker, Canfield heads, Edelbrock Performer RPM II intake, Big comp cam looking for a home.

08-02-2002, 09:49 AM	#4 (permalink)
Red Mustang Gt 46 13.3 @ 103 Join Date: May 2001 Location: Maryland Posts: 253	Check with your insurance company first... The premium may be a BIG deciding factor..it was for me. __________________ Equipment by: Steeda C&L COMP CAMS FRPP MSD Bassani Magnaflow MAC

08-02-2002, 01:49 PM	#5 (permalink)
Dark_5.0 Moderator Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Staging lane Posts: 4,331	My insurance only went up $10.00 going from a 00' GMC truck to a 01'Cobra. __________________ 92' LX-Big brakes, Lots and lots of suspension, Vortech A-trim 7 psi 331 stroker, Canfield heads, Edelbrock Performer RPM II intake, Big comp cam looking for a home.

08-02-2002, 04:59 PM	#6 (permalink)
Sonics2042 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 381	I looked into getting a 93 Cobra to replace my 90 LX and it would have cost me ~20 dollars more a month.... Not that bad considering I am 19 and I only pay ~600 a year now . (Don't ask me how...and no my record isn't perfect..or even close...) Thanks, DoranW __________________ What I have: 1990 Red Mustang 5.0 LX: [BBK X-Pipe]-[MAC Cat-Back Exhaust] [MAC Cold Air Intake]-[BBK Equal Shorties] [3.55 Gears]-[Cobra Intake Manifold (Upper and Lower] [E-303 Cam]-[Granetelli Mass Air Flow Sensor] [Front and rear sway bars]-[New black carpet and seats.] [Adjustable Fuel Regulator]-[T5 Conversion w/ K. Cobra Clutch/Hurst STS] [Cobra Throttle Body]-[130A Alt. Conversion] Thinking about: Aftermarket Heads! Vortech A-Trim

08-02-2002, 05:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
Sonics2042 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 381	Oh...and get the Cobra... My friend has a 98 GT and I know he wishes he would have gotten a 95 Cobra with cash left over. Of course, the new GTs are much more badass... Thanks, DoranW __________________ What I have: 1990 Red Mustang 5.0 LX: [BBK X-Pipe]-[MAC Cat-Back Exhaust] [MAC Cold Air Intake]-[BBK Equal Shorties] [3.55 Gears]-[Cobra Intake Manifold (Upper and Lower] [E-303 Cam]-[Granetelli Mass Air Flow Sensor] [Front and rear sway bars]-[New black carpet and seats.] [Adjustable Fuel Regulator]-[T5 Conversion w/ K. Cobra Clutch/Hurst STS] [Cobra Throttle Body]-[130A Alt. Conversion] Thinking about: Aftermarket Heads! Vortech A-Trim

08-02-2002, 05:12 PM	#8 (permalink)
Dark_5.0 Moderator Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Staging lane Posts: 4,331	96-98 GT vs a 95'cobra I wont go there............ __________________ 92' LX-Big brakes, Lots and lots of suspension, Vortech A-trim 7 psi 331 stroker, Canfield heads, Edelbrock Performer RPM II intake, Big comp cam looking for a home.

08-02-2002, 05:38 PM	#10 (permalink)
Sonics2042 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 381	He he he...What?! I still say go with a Cobra though... What year GT vs what year Cobra were you thinking? Thanks, DoranW __________________ What I have: 1990 Red Mustang 5.0 LX: [BBK X-Pipe]-[MAC Cat-Back Exhaust] [MAC Cold Air Intake]-[BBK Equal Shorties] [3.55 Gears]-[Cobra Intake Manifold (Upper and Lower] [E-303 Cam]-[Granetelli Mass Air Flow Sensor] [Front and rear sway bars]-[New black carpet and seats.] [Adjustable Fuel Regulator]-[T5 Conversion w/ K. Cobra Clutch/Hurst STS] [Cobra Throttle Body]-[130A Alt. Conversion] Thinking about: Aftermarket Heads! Vortech A-Trim

08-02-2002, 05:41 PM	#11 (permalink)
Dark_5.0 Moderator Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Staging lane Posts: 4,331	I was just saying there is a massive performance gap between the two cars. and I didnt want to insult the iron fist __________________ 92' LX-Big brakes, Lots and lots of suspension, Vortech A-trim 7 psi 331 stroker, Canfield heads, Edelbrock Performer RPM II intake, Big comp cam looking for a home.

08-02-2002, 07:03 PM	#13 (permalink)
ex-lt1-guy Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: O'Fallon IL Posts: 93	Yeah I am looking at the 99+ GT and a 99+ Cobra if i didnt specify earlier. I like the power of the cobra and the ride, but the looks of the GT and the PRICE is goin to be a deciding factor, I mean I love the cobra it just might not be in my future right at the moment, I just want some opinions on the GT, maybe someone that has a blower on theirs, thanks guys, this is the most replies i've had on post hehe

08-02-2002, 07:20 PM	#14 (permalink)
blue00gt Mustang Addict Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 1,294	A supercharger is probably the best mod for 99+ GT's for the hp increase for the money (as opposed to bolt-ons). On an otherwise bone stock motor most base level (mild boost) kits make about 400hp at the crank for a centrifugal supercharger and about 360hp at the crank for a roots blower. The power keeps going up from there with ntercooling and more boost. Basically, I was looking at the same decision of whether to get a '99 Cobra or a '00 GT. There was over $100 difference per month in insurance for me, so that sort of decided it for me. Once I get the rest of the suspension and a blower I will have $32-34K total into my GT. I guarantee it will be much faster and handle better than a stock Cobra for the same money. Of course now that you can sometimes find good deals on used '99+ Cobras there may not be as much of a difference in total investment between fixing up a GT and buying a Cobra. __________________ Strike down the unroadworthy! 2000 GT Atl. Blue: '03 Cobra motor - 465rwhp/473rwtq, T-56 6-speed, full MM TA/PH & tubular K-member suspension, Saleen body, 17" Torq-Thrust II's, M/T ET Street radials, and lots more '94 Rio Red Cobra: All the bolt-ons, 3.73s

08-02-2002, 07:29 PM	#15 (permalink)
blue00gt Mustang Addict Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 1,294	I forgot to mention that the $32-34K total investment I stated was with me installing everything myself and with the help of a few skilled friends. So if you were to have everything I bought and am going to buy installed at a shop you would be looking at at least $5K more. __________________ Strike down the unroadworthy! 2000 GT Atl. Blue: '03 Cobra motor - 465rwhp/473rwtq, T-56 6-speed, full MM TA/PH & tubular K-member suspension, Saleen body, 17" Torq-Thrust II's, M/T ET Street radials, and lots more '94 Rio Red Cobra: All the bolt-ons, 3.73s

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