GT vs Mazda3, Which is a better performer? Options

[sxc_beast]

I dont take much part in the 6gc forums but spend time mostly viewing other peoples rides on this site..
So im keen on ur opinions on which car has better straight line performance, the Celi GT or the Mazda3 2.0l.. im curious because my friend has one and the specs are pretty similar.
I think maybe my celi would have a slight edge with more low end torque, but the age difference in the cars might make a bit of a difference as well. Curious to know what u guys might think.. if u even care

[darksecret]

On paper yes the GT would beat a Mazda 3 but on the strip, street or whatever you'll run on it won't be a major difference, i'm running with Si's and the 2.3L gave me a good run from a light and we didn't go a quarter so in your case if you get a good run you should beat the 3 but if you mess up it might be over and don't look for any 3 or 4 car lengths, what I consider killing a car is when my rear bumper is past their front bumper and that is about where I was when we let off. Also consider that those specs for the test are from professional drivers on a closed course meaning that the average person might see a second slower in the quarter. There is a good chance you'll win but don't get nervous or in a hurry or you'll mess up.