Sayonara Scion
The biggest news that has come in 2016 so far is that Toyota is saying fair-well to its sub-brand Scion. Scion was first introduced in 2003 by Toyota to market cars for the younger buyers. These cars were fairly inexpensive and because they were marketed for a younger buyer looked flashy. Toyota has stated that the cut to Scion has nothing to do with sales. When Scion was first released they had 3 models, and now in 2015 they offered 7. Although Scion will be no more, 3 of their 7 cars will continue to be produced, but they will be now under the Toyota branding. It would be a lie if I said I’m sad to see Scion go because all but one their cars was even remotely good looking. The one that is staying (FRS) is staying but rebadged as a Toyota. How do you feel about saying goodbye to Scion? Do you thinks it’s a good or bad move by Toyota? Drop a comment below!
Source: http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1102200_toyota-pulls-the-plug-on-scion-but-why
Z/28 v.s. GT350R
Chevrolet v.s. Ford- An argument that may never have a clear cut, knock-out winner. Both brands are the cream of the crop when producing all american muscle cars. The two newest, and fastest, muscle cars to come out of the factory from Chevy and Ford are the 2016 Z/28 Camaro and the 2016 Mustang GT350R, respectively. Both cars excel with what they were built to do-become track monsters. Let’s take a look at some specs.
Z/28
0-60mph- 4.4sec
Horsepower- 505 (7.0L V8)
1/4 mile-12.3 sec
Price- $74,000
Curb Weight- 3,585lbs
This car is built and made for the track. The tires that come stock on this car off the lot are the stickiest street legal tires made. Things like a spare tire and air conditioning are added options to save weight. The car packs a punch with over 500 horses under the hood, but at a hefty price of $74k
GT350R
0-60mph- 4.3sec
Horsepower- 526 (5.2L V8)
1/4 mile- 12.1
Price- $49,000
Curb Weight- 3,629 lbs
Like the Z/28, the all new GT350R is built to eat up the track. That’s what it was designed to do. Again to save weight, rear seats and air conditioning are both optional extras. The GT350R, like Z/28, is a fast muscle car. On paper, it is faster than the Z/28 and for a much cheaper price, too. But, it also weighs more.
Both cars make for good track cars that you can rip around the track for a few hours, and then drive it home after. Each looks great too with many curves and sleek body lines. Both have V8 power plants that push 500+ hp. Although they have high output numbers, they are very heavy cars, much like all muscle cars are. Camaro v.s. Mustang is a debate that dates back more than 40 years. There will most likely never be a conclusion on which is better. Everyone will have their own opinion and reasoning on which one is better. You really can’t go wrong with either of the two. Both will out perform your needs and leave you smiling with each corner you come out of with your foot to the floor. If I were to choose one or the other…it would be the Z/28. I love the way it looks with its aggressive front end. I’ve also loved Chevy over Ford for as long as I can remember. If you had a disposable income, which would you choose? Is there a clear cut winner? Tell me what you think!
Sources: http://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/camaro-z-28
http://www.caranddriver.com/ford/mustang-shelby-gt350-gt350r