Hello,
I have had both systems on my car. Actually I LOVE my NOS setup over the zex. Heres why.
The ZEX runs off of your throttle position sensor. If your TPS has a bit of a stumble like many of the
stang ones do after a bit of time it will sometimes shoot randomly or not at all. Secondly, the zex kit is a self contained unit that houses the solenoids. So if one goes bad, then you have to get a whole new unit instead of replacing one solenoid like you can on a NOS setup. Also, as with a NOS setup the zex kit WILL NOT adjust for rich or lean. The best way to get it perfect is to call the NOS tech line and tell them what shot you desire, EG.. 75 or 100. They will tell you the jet size for the fuel, and the Nitrous. If you put the jets that they suggest, and you have your car properly running you will notice a hell of a difference when you push your foot to the floor.
Also, you can make your NOS setup activate when you floor it just like on a ZEX kit. All you have to do is get a little full throttle switch. You can get a NOS brand one or go to radio shack and get one, and then you make a bracket and affix it to the throttle body.
So to sum it up. If you want to just plug and play your nitrous. Get a ZEX kit, but if you want a more customizable and professional kit get a NOS brand or competitor kit.
Hope this helps....