[DryStout]

I thought this was an intriguing quote from the following link. See below.

http://www.maximum-cars.com/Cars/Car.php?carnumber=624


[Working on a clean sheet of paper, Mustang’s engineering team could have selected any type of setup at the rear, including an independent suspension. So why choose a solid rear axle? The answer lies in Mustang’s position as America’s muscle car.

"We talked to a lot of Mustang owners and racers when we were developing this program," says Thai-Tang. "They are a very passionate group, and a lot of them told us – very strongly – that the all-new Mustang must have a solid rear axle because of its combination of performance and modification flexibility." ]

Who would have thought a solid rear would be chosen over an IRS.

[sgarnett]

You guys are all right. It's got a 9" with a three link. Isn't that what they put in those drag racing Trans Am cars? Surely it won't be able to turn at all. Put the crappy 99 Cobra IRS in there and it would be a Vette killer!!! (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

Heck, not only can a Trans Am car turn a corner with a 9" (don't they have lockers too?), but rumour has it even a T/A can be made to turn with a 10 bolt. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)