Before the hate starts, I do in fact, realize where I'm posting this. However, this drive was noteable. So, I work in the automall, and personally sell Dodges. I drive at least one badass Challenger per day. My buddy who is a Chevy salesman drove a blue 2SS automatic Camaro to my showroom and made the mistake of leaving the keys in it. Oops! Time for some "competitive product analysis."
First impression: Holy Shit! Shifts are firm, crisp and on point, complete with backfire at wide-open throttle. This SS will annihilate an SRT Challenger in a stoplight drag. In the corners it was easy to point and shoot, with heavy throttle application at apex. Truly an impressive machine. Brakes are better on the challenger, but only just so.
I recommend the test drive.