tom,
when the C-4 was introduced, it was proven to be an outstanding handling and performing car at that time. the body style did grow old as it approached the early 90's, but still a great overall sports car for the money. pre 2005 stock mustang gt's were running mid to low 14's, so i don't think it is to shabby for a 20 year old vehicle to be right there. btw, the wifes 350Z is faster than the pre 05 gt. and yes, the C-5 and C-6 are better, but i think we can contibute that to newer technology.
bill,
sorry was never a big mustang fan ( probably not the best thing to say on a ford website! ).
but, like i have said in the past, i will always respect what others drive.
i have not driven a stage 3, but have driven an 08 ZO-6. it's obvious why i prefer the vette.
please provide me with results that show that the stage 3 will outrun the ZO-6 on a road course.
the new Z-06 is in a class of world best sports cars (for the money as well)
as far as the 90,s ZR-1, sure in today's standards it is not king of the hill, but back 15 years ago it sure was. even today it will probably beat any stock mustang other than a few if that.
and don't forget about the new ZR-1