Manual VS Automatic

[Velgen]

If you have the same model Mustang GT with P.P , which is faster ? Manual or Auto ? I am pretty sure some people have different opinion's , but is there facts ?

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[Jeepwx03]

There is no auto with PP, not a build option.

 

[dirty-max]

Auto is more consistent and will beat a manual down the strip 9 times out of 10 but manual is generally more fun but less efficient/practical

 

[fionic]

Auto is more consistent and will beat a manual down the strip 9 times out of 10 but manual is generally more fun but less efficient/practical

how is it less efficient? maybe according to shitty epa data.

 

[Jeepwx03]

I think he means the consistency of the shift points. No human error

 

[Mikeiscoo2]

to put it simply manuals are for enthusiasts, and autos are for either women, or men who plan on going full blown race car with it. honestly breaks my heart to see sports cars like corvettes that are auto's.. im just like.. why did you even fucking buy it dude..

 

[Grimace427]

We have a section for trans/drivetrain: http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=69

Which is faster/quicker is dependent on a few things like rear gear ratios and tires. The manual/PP gets the best performance tire option and the most aggressive gear ratio, whereas the auto is the most popular for drag racing because of it's durability and consistency.

Stock vs. stock 3.55 gears with identical PZero tires the auto would probably win a 1/4 mile drag race while the manual would probably win a standing mile race and be more controllable(maybe quicker too) around a road course.

 

[Grimace427]

...honestly breaks my heart to see sports cars like corvettes that are auto's.. im just like.. why did you even fucking buy it dude..

Me too but I try to be more respectful of people's choices. When I look through the window and see a manual trans I give them a thumbs up, while if I see an auto I just keep walking.

 

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[evo8904]

to put it simply manuals are for enthusiasts, and autos are for either women, or men who plan on going full blown race car with it. honestly breaks my heart to see sports cars like corvettes that are auto's.. im just like.. why did you even fucking buy it dude..

Lol, I feel the same way.

 

[dirty-max]

I bought an auto..but I hate the mt82 if it was a camaro or vette I probably would have opted for the manual trans although that 8 speed in the vette is nice

 

[evo8904]

I bought an auto..but I hate the mt82 if it was a camaro or vette I probably would have opted for the manual trans although that 8 speed in the vette is nice

I hear a lot of hate for the mt82. This is my first mustang but if the mt82 does suck that bad, I will be swapping it out.

 

[dirty-max]

Im not trying to scare anyone away I just have 2 buddies that have it and they mouth off about the little things that irritate them with the mt82 all the time and one of them is actually going with an auto with his next car..i don't judge anyone with what they choose I think it's wrong just buy what you enjoy

 

[JeffreyDJ]

My *only* issue with the MT82 so far is on cooler mornings, before it warms up, it can be "notchy" moving between gears. After it warms up, it's much better and overall I have no issues. Is actually much smoother than my '09 GT.

Disclaimer: If you read my other posts, I don't have much to complain about usually. I may be (too) easy to please?

As others have said, the auto is going to me more consistent in performing on the strip and if you're red-light racing. For me, I left that behind awhile ago because of work and kids. I'd still be MT anyway, but in day to day driving, the MT is much, much more enjoyable.

 

[Kbreese]

Me too but I try to be more respectful of people's choices. When I look through the window and see a manual trans I give them a thumbs up, while if I see an auto I just keep walking.

You guys have to remember for some people a manual is just not practical. In my situation for example, my commute is an hour each way in heavy LIE ( Long Island Expressway) traffic. I've had manual sports/ muscle cars my whole life, but finally gave in when I ordered my 2012 5.0. Let me tell you I miss the control of a stick, but it was torture in constant stop and go traffic, day in and day out. The auto is like heaven in comparison. Additionally, my GF can't drive a manual and we occasionally have to drive each others car. As an added bonus this auto is built like a tank and can handle something 800ft-lb of torque, and as others have mentioned typically quicker from a standstill

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