I think the problem with the whole subframe debate is people buying them for the wrong reason or buying what is supposedly talked about as being the best thing since sliced cheese. Remember when if you didn't have a Wayne Due frame you couldn't turn a corner?? But then he mysteriously disappeared.
I know there is probably no way to do a part to part comparision but a guide with real answers side by side would help.
Weight of frame fully loaded?
Ride height adjustment?
Total caster and camber adjustment?
what type and style of bushings used?
What type of rack?
What brakes adaptable to spindle?
Type of sway bar and adjustability?
Those are just a few. If you do not know what you need out of the above you are probably just buying because it is a shiny new expensive must have part. Let's not forget many a race won modifying stock parts. The subframes give you the ability to get to that point faster and easier.
Would I buy a subframe that uses cheap ultra small Mustang 2 bushings? No Would I buy a subframe that uses heim joints throughout on a real driven car? No.
There is no winner unless you know what you want. If you want a slammed on the ground never ran car there are also plenty of options.
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