I'd much rather have a v8 (GT or cobra) 5speed stang than a 'tour. Even a v6 stang with a turbo or supercharger and suspension work would be my pick over a contour. The mustang is a very driveable car, it has its weak points and strong points, but RWD and a real size engine bay are nice to have. I believe GTs are a 1/2" lower than v6s. And cobra are even lower and have plenty of other suspension mods. There is only so far you can go with a contour.
