I went through this exact same argument. I went with the S197 because it is all around a better platform. The cobra is based on a 1979 (and older) chassis and is rather outdated. Its heavy, and doesn't look at all like a new car. There are now TWO generations of newer mustangs than the 03/04 Cobras. The only benefit to the Cobra is the motor. Its bullet proof, and already makes a lot of power.
The best of both worlds.....slap a supercharger on a S197. Thats what I did, and I'm absolutely happy with my choice. IMO my car looks much better than a termi, and I can hang right there with a termi. I have a ton of potential to turn up the boost too.
Overall, It depends on what you want. If you want a good looking, fast street car...a blower on a S197 will be awesome for that. If you're racing a lot, you'll get fast times easier initially with the termi...but if you build the motor in the GT, with a blower...you have a big weight advantage.
Its a tough choice indeed.
The best of both worlds.....slap a supercharger on a S197. Thats what I did, and I'm absolutely happy with my choice. IMO my car looks much better than a termi, and I can hang right there with a termi. I have a ton of potential to turn up the boost too.
Overall, It depends on what you want. If you want a good looking, fast street car...a blower on a S197 will be awesome for that. If you're racing a lot, you'll get fast times easier initially with the termi...but if you build the motor in the GT, with a blower...you have a big weight advantage.
Its a tough choice indeed.