The 2024 Ford Mustang, while still one of America’s most popular cars, has entered its seventh generation. While the Mustang lives on with no intentions of disappearing anytime soon, the Chevrolet Camaro, unfortunately, will end with the 2024 model year. Regardless, let’s see how these two classic muscle cars measure up against each other. Which will you choose?
Key Takeaways:
- The 2024 Ford Mustang has eight trims to the 2024 Chevy Camero’s six trims. The two classics are competitively priced; however, there is about an $11k difference in the top trims with the Mustang the less expensive choice.
- The Chevy Camaro is being discontinued after this year.
- The Camaro’s interiors have not been updated to the comfort level of the Mustang’s.
What Trim Levels are Offered For the 2024 Ford Mustang?
There are eight trim options for the 2024 Ford Mustang, many of which are less expensive than those of Chevy Camaro. There is a whopping nearly 11k price difference between the Mustang’s top level trim, the Dark Horse Premium, and the Chevy Camaro’s top trim, the ZL1.
- EcoBoost Fastback: $30,920
- EcoBoost Premium Fastback: $36,445
- EcoBoost Convertible: $39,020
- EcoBoost Premium Convertible: $41,945
- GT Fastback: $41,960
- GT Premium Fastback: $46,480
- GT Premium Convertible: $51,980
- Dark Horse: $58,185
- Dark Horse Premium: $62,180
There are six different trims to choose from in the 2024 Camaro:
- 1LT: $32,495
- 2LT: $34,495
- 3LT: $38,495
- LT1: $40,395
- 1SS: $43,895
- 2SS: $48,895
- ZL1: $73,695
What Engines Are Offered for the 2024 Ford Mustang?
Ford offers three powertrain options across its Mustang trims. Its base model features a 2.3-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, delivering 315 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque when bonded to a 10-speed automatic transmission. GT trims and up are powered by a 5.0-liter V8 that is normally paired with a six-speed manual tranny, but when coupled with a 10-speed automatic transmission, cranks out a whopping 480 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque.
Should you choose the Active Valve Performance Exhaust system, your engine’s output notches up ever so slightly, at 486 horsepower and 418 pound-feet of torque. The Dark Horse trim runs on the same 5.0-liter engine but with even more get up and go, at 500 horsepower and 418 pound-feet of torque. It can only be paired with a six-speed manual transmission.
The Camaro has less options at two engines, but a respectable amount of power nevertheless. Its base engine is a 3.6-liter V6, delivering 335 horsepower and 284 pound-feet of torque. Higher trims run on a 6.2-liter small-block V8, cranking out 455 horsepower and 455 pound-feet of torque, with the option of a six-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission.
Is the Interior of the 2024 Ford Mustang Luxurious?
Both the Mustang and Camaro have prioritized style for decades and this year is no different. Both offer supportive front seats, but both have rear seats that may be a little confining for larger adults. Cloth upholstery is standard to both lines, but leather seats are optional in higher trims for both.
Camaro interiors have not been updated much, and while they are high quality, hard plastics are evident throughout in all trims. The Camaro’s standard touchscreen is small at just 7-inches and features wireless smartphone connectivity and Wi-Fi; dual-zone climate control, heated/ventilated seats, and a larger touchscreen are options.
The Mustang, known for its retro-futuristic look, now has a very contemporary feel and is softer than the Camaro throughout. It features a 13.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system, with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot, remote keyless entry and automatic climate control. GT trims and up feature powered seats and other performance enhancements.
Should You Choose the 2024 Ford Mustang As Your Next Muscle Car?
While we hate to see the Camaro make an exit, the Ford Mustang is still going strong and is one of the most beloved cars on the road. But if you’re not sure that this is the car for you, stop by and see us a Banner Ford. You can experience that classic Ford Mustang feeling for yourself, so come and take a test drive!