Torque Arm versus 3-link characteristics

[D-Man]

Hi All,

I've narrowed down the choices for the rear suspension on my '70 Camaro to either a Torque Arm or 3-link.

Goals are:
Fit 335 rear tires
Better ride
Better street performance with an emphasis on twisty highway driving
Predictable handling



Not concerned with the absolute lowest lap time potential.
Faster is better obviously, but not looking to win any competitions.
Not interested in a 4-link system - at all.

A Torque Arm has definite benefits that I like:
Fast and easy to install (although I do weld and fabricate)
Little or no modifications to my original body
No intrusion into the back seat or trunk area

However, there seems to be general consensus that overall a 3 link performs better than a torque arm. How much I have no idea. Also don't know if one or the other inherently rides smoother.
So for those with experience with both types of systems what, if any, handling and comfort differences am I likely to notice with spirited street driving? Assuming the same type of joints (say delrin) are used in both suspensions.

Any chance that upgrading from a Torque Arm to a 3-link would have me saying this "is so much better"? Intuitively I'm thinking no, but would like to hear from those with real world experience.