The current Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, which hit the market in late 2012, has a long and interesting history behind it.
Initially a purely American car, based on the Ford Falcon. He was named after the mascot of Southern Methodist University (Dallas, USA) - a wild unbridled stallion, flaunting on the emblem of the SMU Mustangs football team, and who replaced the little pony "Peruna", whose nine generations for seventy years brought them good luck in games.
The Ford Mustang was shown at the New York World's Fair on April 17, 1964, and this date is considered to be his birthday. He created a real pandemonium among dealers on all continents. Already in March 1964, the first Ford Mustang rolled off the assembly line in Dearborn, Michigan - a snow-white convertible with a red interior.
The combination of sporty design, low price and excellent dynamic performance led to the fact that in 18 months more than a million copies were sold. And why be surprised that a whole class of cars (Pony car) was named after the Ford Mustang, and during the Second World War, a long-range fighter was named after him: the North American P-51 Mustang.
When the Ford Mustang went on sale, there was nothing like it on the market - the Chevrolet Corvair Monza and the Pontiac Firebird, which appeared a little later, could not even come close to it in terms of performance. And I could only argue with him on the characteristics.
A high-tech version of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, modified by Carroll Shelby, from 1967 to 1970 was generally one of the most popular cars at that time. Its 355 hp engine. at 5,400 rpm, with a maximum torque of 580 Nm at 3,200 rpm, could accelerate the car from 0 to 100 km / h in 6.2 seconds.
In 2006, after a long break, as a result of the joint efforts of Carroll Shelby and Ford SVT (Special Vehicle Team), which develops “charged” modifications of production cars, the most powerful Ford Mustang for that time was presented at the Detroit Auto Show.
Both the coupe and convertible were equipped with a 5.4-liter V8 engine with 475 hp and became real masters of the roads. His modification of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Red Stripe with a 500 hp power unit. was then valued at $41,675.
The fortieth anniversary of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 was celebrated with the release of the Shelby Cobra GT500KR, demonstrated at the New York Auto Show in 2007. "King of the Road" (decoding KR) was equipped with a new V8 engine, also with a volume of 5.4 liters, but with a capacity of 540 hp.
In 2006, the GT500KR was auctioned off for $600,000. All proceeds from the sale went to the Carroll Shelby Children's Fund. A total of 1,000 Shelby Cobra GT500KRs were produced.
Specially for the series "Knight Rider" in 2008, they created a special version of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR KITT. Thus, the Ford Mustang re-appeared as an actor. Previously used in the remake of Gone in 60 Seconds.
In 2011, the power of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 engine was increased by another 10 hp, and it amounted to 550 hp. At the same time, the power unit has become lighter and more economical - fuel consumption has been reduced to 10.2 l / 100 km on the highway, and 15.7 l / 100 km - in the city.
But even this was not enough for the producers. The 2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, presented to the public at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show, was equipped with a 5.8-liter turbocharged engine with a capacity of 662 hp. The maximum speed of the supercar has increased to 325 km / h, but at the same time, consumption in the city remained 15.7 l / 100 km, on the highway - 9.8 l / 100 km.
The coupe received additional upgrades in the form of LED taillights, an aluminum hood and a unified welded steel body. It does not have a radiator grill, as the power unit requires intensive cooling. A predatory front bumper and 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels with Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar tires give the supercar an aggressive look.
Overall dimensions of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, mm: length - 4780, width - 1877, height - 1391 (coupe), 1399 (convertible), wheelbase - 2720. Clearance (ground clearance) is 118 mm. The weight of the coupe is 3,852 kg.
Improvements in the latest generation GT500 also touched on the Tremec TR6060 mechanical six-speed gearbox. All improvements have led to the fact that acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h takes the Mustang Shelby GT 500 in just 3.5 seconds. It's faster than or Chevrolet Corvette Z06.
Advanced AdvanceTrac stability control and traction control help achieve better handling on any road surface, while upgraded Brembo brakes ensure short stopping distances. The Torsen differential ensures good traction even in difficult driving conditions, while the adjustable Bilstein shock absorbers provide a comfortable ride. The power of the Shelby GT500 motors is constantly and steadily increasing.
Again at the Barrett-Jackson auction, but in 2012, a release with an 862 hp engine was announced. And at the New York Auto Show in 2012 it was presented with a 1100 hp engine. To withstand such power, its chassis has been further strengthened.
The Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 supercar went on sale in America at the end of 2012. Its base price is $54,200. Optionally, you can buy the Shelby GT500 with the SVT Performance package - it costs $3,495 more and the glass roof adds $1,995.
The GT500 is assembled in Flat Rock, Michigan. Unfortunately, the GT500 is not sold in Russia, but with the advent of the new generation model, official deliveries may begin. True, the cost of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 for Russian motorists will be much higher than they ask for it in the States.
In this article, we offer a brief history of the legendary brand, which can trace all Ford Mustang models from 1962 to the present.
1960s
In the early 60s, the world automakers faced the question of what to offer the post-war baby boom generation. For this, Ford decided to create a special model of a personal car based on the Ford Falcon. A competition was announced within the company, which was won by the project that laid the canons of the future “pony style”: sharply defined sides, a long hood and a shortened back.
The first Mustang was the concept Mustang I, introduced in 1962. The two-seater sports car was named after the legendary P51 Mustang, an attack aircraft from the World War II era. The second generation of Mustangs was shown to the public at the New York Auto Show in 1964. The car was equipped with a 170-inch³ 6-cylinder engine, a three-speed gearbox, closed wheel covers, an original dashboard, bucket seats and carpeted interior.
The first production version of the Mustangs was the Wimbledon convertible, whose sales exceeded all expectations. Already 12 months after the release, almost 420 thousand copies of this car were sold. By the end of the 1960s, pony cars were almost universally recognized as the pinnacle of automotive design.
1970s
With the advent of the 70s, Ford stopped producing the original Mustang models based on the Falcon platform. But during this period, the largest versions of the Ford Mustang appeared, based on the GT350 / GT500 and Boss 302/429. They were almost 600 pounds heavier and 1 foot longer than the first models. Consumers were also introduced to the Ford Mustang Mach 1 with an impressive range of powertrains, the most impressive of which was the 429 Super Cobra Jet (SCJ) with 370 hp.
In the mid-70s, Ford introduced the second generation of Mustangs with a completely new design and a line of Cobra II engines. The car was equipped with a non-functional air intake on the hood, front and rear spoilers. In versions with a V8 engine, American engineers installed a 4-speed manual gearbox.
1980s
During this period, the tightening of environmental restrictions forced many manufacturers to reduce engine power. Ford was no exception with the Mustang model - the 4-cylinder was withdrawn from the line, the car received a new aerodynamic body. The convertible body, which was produced in the 60s, also returned to the conveyor.
1990s
This time was the era of design and technical progress for the Ford Mustang. In honor of the 30th anniversary, the car was significantly modernized, and its already excellent performance was improved. 1330 out of 1850 machine units were replaced. The fastback body was discontinued, leaving only a convertible and a 2-door coupe. For the first time, a driver's airbag was included as standard. All cars in the basic modification were equipped with an improved 4-cylinder engine.
The fourth generation of the legendary pony car received sharply defined lines, a new hood and radiator grille, stylish wheel arch linings, updated headlights and cladding panels. At the same time, the manufacturer brought to the market a small batch of the exclusive SVT Mustang Cobra model with improved performance and original style. In 1993, a limited run of racing Cobra Rs sold out before production began.
2000s to the present day
In the new millennium, the Ford Mustang has remained almost alone in the market. The closest competitors of the Pontiac Firebird do not, in fact, develop and do not please consumers with updates. At this time, the concern Ford releases the 300-million Mustang and celebrates the 40th anniversary of the popular model.
While Mustang production at the famed Dearborn factory was discontinued in the 2000s, models assembled at other factories were released to the market. First of all, it should be noted the Mustang Shelby GT model, the exclusive version of the Shelby GT500 with a 500 hp turbocharged power plant, and the limited edition Mustang Bullitt.
In 2013, the sixth generation Ford Mustang was presented in convertible and coupe bodies. In April 2014, the legendary model celebrated its 50th anniversary. During this time, more than 9 million copies of the car were sold. Half a century has passed, but the Mustangs have retained the easily recognizable elements of classic design and their character, for which they are idolized by numerous fans around the world.
TRIUMPH OF THE MANAGER
The presentation of the first production Ford Mustang in 1964 is considered one of the most successful in the history of the automotive industry, and the legend owes its appearance to the resounding failure of the previous model, the Edsel. Ford needed to urgently save the day, and General Manager Lee Iacocca, the future author of the best-selling book The Manager's Career, together with a team of designers, economists and marketers, created the first Mustang concept in March 1964. In the car that became the progenitor of the Pony Car class, the features of the Ford luxury cars Continental Mark II 1957 and Thunderbird 1954 are easily guessed, as well as design elements from Maserati, Lincoln and Chevrolet.
Interestingly, the cult car received its name and the figure of a running wild horse on the radiator grill at the last moment: they planned to call it Cougar (“Panther”), but Iacocca’s marketers decided that the Jaguar was enough for the market. There is another version of the origin of the name - in honor of the North American P-51 Mustang single-seat fighter of World War II, but in both cases the car reflected the spirit of rebellion and was a real "American dream" on wheels.
Success for Ford was not just desirable, but necessary: the car, which collectors call the 64-1 / 2 Mustang, was already released as a 1965 model, focusing on market research. In the event of a repeated failure, as with Edsel, the concern could have gone bankrupt, but Mustang did not disappoint: after a loud March presentation on television, 22 thousand copies were sold on the first day, and by the end of the year - over a quarter of a million!
The Ford Falcon Sprint became the aggregate donor for the bestseller - the models got from it, in particular, the engine and front suspension. The engineers made the rear dependent, the brakes were drum on all wheels, and a vacuum booster and power steering were offered as options. The basic set included a 2.8-liter engine with a capacity of 102 liters. with., which could accelerate the car to 150 km / h, fastback and coupe bodies. Later, a convertible body was added to the list of options, and the list of options included an automatic transmission and V8 engines with a capacity of up to 380 hp. with.
IN CHASING SUCCESS
The Mustang was a "poor man's sports car": comfortable and beautiful, though not luxurious, and sold very well. But the competitors did not doze off: the very next year, the Iacocca team had to update the Mustang's appearance in order to bypass the Plymouth Barracuda on the market. In the same year, new interior options were introduced: sun visors, clock and tachometer, electric side mirrors. The suspension and front disc brakes have also been improved.
The blue and white modification of the Mustang Shelby GT-350 with a 306 hp V8 engine was considered a special chic. with. Its authorship belongs to the auto designer and Formula 1 racer Carroll Shelby, who created the GT 500 two years later with a seven-liter V8 engine with a capacity of 335 hp. with., for the installation of which it was necessary to specially lengthen the engine compartment. In the spring of 1968, both Shelby cars, the GT-350 and GT-500, were renamed the Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra, which received another body variation - a convertible.
In 1969, the Mustang experienced a global upgrade. The length increased by 10 cm, the weight - by more than 50 kg, and the line was divided into three versions: economical E, expensive Grande and Mach 1 with a 335 hp engine. with. The production of the racing series began: the first Mustang Boss 302 was created as a competitor to the Chevrolet Camaro Z28 for Trans Am oval tracks, and the Boss 429, of which only 1358 copies were produced, was equipped with a giant seven-liter engine that produced 375 hp. with. and worked together with a mechanical four-speed transmission, spoilers and an oil cooler - already for the NASCAR series.
In 1971-1973, the heavier Mustangs could not find a niche. Some wanted to see them as simplified aggressive dragsters, while others wanted to see them as cute family cars, but in fact they were no longer one or the other. The gas crisis also contributed, which eventually led to an upgrade - again under the leadership of Iacocca, who became president of Ford Motor.
REBIRTH OF A LEGEND
The era of the Mustang II began in 1974-1978, which was marked by a return to classic dimensions and the installation of an economical four-cylinder Kent engine with a power of only 86 hp. with. in the basic package.
Buyers liked the changes - almost 400 thousand Mustang II cars were purchased, and in 1979 the third generation appeared on the unified Fox Platform with European engines as standard and large V8s in the top. At that time, due to the energy crisis, the weakest engines in Mustang history were put on cars - the Ford Windsor 255 V8 with a capacity of only 120 hp. with.
In 1987, the car was marked by a new stage of restyling, and in 1994 - a major reworking of the SN-95 chassis, which became a marker for the fourth generation of the Ford Mustang.
In 1998, customers were offered the Sport package for the first and last time, with black vinyl on the hood and triple split taillights. By 1999, when the Mustang celebrated its 35th anniversary, the New Edge design concept robbed the model of the smoothness that was characteristic of the brand's classic cars.
By the beginning of the fifth generation, the Mach 1 was returned to the Mustang line, and 4.6-liter engines with an Eaton mechanical supercharger were installed on all Cobra models. In 2004, the Ford Mustang got a new S-197 platform and began to look like the very sample of the 60s.
New and vintage Mustangs remain a dream come true for many car enthusiasts: nothing has changed in that sense since Lee Iacocca's team put up the presentation Mustang Pens on the University of Chicago football field in 1964. By the sixth generation, Mustang's popularity has not fallen: in 2015, the concern introduced models with three different EcoBoost engines and an expanded list of options, and in 2018, it again modernized the lineup and announced the development of the Ford Mustang Cobra Jet, which can accelerate to a maximum speed of 240 km/h in 8 seconds.
RUN ON THE SCREEN
It is difficult to find a car that would leave a more noticeable mark on the culture. None of the cars so often featured in the movies, as filmed in half a million films "Mustang". The classic 1965 car is driven by Paul Sheldon, the protagonist of the film "Misery" based on King's novel, the light Mustang convertible is filmed in the film about agent 007 "Goldfinger", Will Smith drives a Shelby GT500 in "I Am Legend" in deserted New York, and the 1971 Ford Mustang, nicknamed Eleanor, is even listed in the credits of the original film of the seventies "Gone in 60 Seconds" - and this is only a microscopic part of the films featuring the legendary muscle cars. That is why even those who do not understand cars at all know what this sports car looks like.
"Mustangs" inspire not only filmmakers, but also the organizers of various "remakes" on TV shows. One of them is professional racing driver Brad Deberty, the hero of the Discovery Channel project Turboduet.
In order to fit 18-inch wide Mickey Thompson racing wheels with custom-made Forgiato rims to the rear axle, the rear suspension had to be replaced by independent Watson Racing with different H&R Performance arms, dampers and springs.
Together with his father Doug, a famous tuning master who has been refinishing cars for over a quarter of a century, Brad makes unique cars, but not only for his own pleasure. The younger Deberti lives for racing, he has many championship victories behind him, and ahead of him is the dream of driving in the NASCAR racing series.
Fender flares complemented the TS Designs body kit with an Air Design wing, and a new hood was also made. In addition, the car received color-changing Bullseye Retro LED headlights and a Kicker audio system, due to which the rear seats and spare tire had to be removed.
Father and son work together in the workshop, converting and selling tuned cars to make this wish come true, and the next project of the Turboduet was the Ford Mustang, which the Deberty prepared for SEMA, the largest tuning show in the world. The team got a great chance to make a name for itself in the world of tuning and get new customers.
The engine was boosted to 750 hp. with. by installing a Roush Supercharger boost and a new Borla exhaust system, and the factory brakes were replaced with more powerful Ford Performance.
A brand new five-liter Ford Mustang GT 2018 model year was provided to them by the manufacturer for free, but all tuning costs fell on the team. Deberty immediately scanned the car and created a 3D model, making it easier for themselves to create a body kit: Doug and Brad decided to combine classic muscle car design with the latest Ford developments in the project.
A racing roll cage and a new grille were welded for the car, carbon elements and racing bucket seats were installed in the cabin. There were also some repaints: the team worked to a tight deadline, but attention was paid to every detail.
The car turned out impressive, but whether Brad and Doug managed to surprise their colleagues at the tuning show, you will find out in the Turboduet program, which starts on May 21 and will be on Mondays at 23:00 on the Discovery Channel.
Overview of the Ford Mustang GT 2018: car exterior, interior, technical content of the model, security systems, equipment and price tag. At the end of the article - a video review of the 2018 Ford Mustang GT!
Review content:
The official debut of the sixth generation of the Ford Mustang muscle car took place at the beginning of 2014, and exactly three years later, in Detroit, the manufacturer introduced its updated modification.
In comparison with the pre-styling version, the car received a slightly retouched appearance and the interior acquired new options and upgraded engines, among which a powerful 5-liter gasoline engine installed on the Ford Mustang GT modification, which will be discussed later, is of particular interest.
Before proceeding to the review, we recall that the first copy of the Ford Mustang rolled off the assembly line back in 1964, after which he managed to change six generations and disperse millions of copies around the world. Moreover, despite its more than 50-year history, the model remains one of the most coveted and best-selling pony cars in the world to this day.
The appearance of the Ford Mustang GT
The updated Mustang GT has an attractive, aggressive and dynamic appearance, which still reveals the signature features of the primitive model.
front of car It is represented by a massive hexagonal grille with a stallion family emblem in the center, a predatory look of head optics with LED filling, a new hood and a muscular front bumper with spectacular air ducts, a splitter and horizontal foglight strips.
It is noteworthy that in comparison with the pre-styling model, the front edge of the hood of the new Mustang became 20 mm lower, which made it possible to increase the aerodynamic properties of the car.
New Profile It has classic muscle car proportions: a long hood, a domed roof, massive wheel arches and large alloy wheels. Separately, it is worth noting the presence of elegant stampings on the sidewalls and the “5.0” nameplate, once again informing that we have the most powerful version of the car in front of us.
Strict stern flaunts spectacular side LED lights, a spoiler on the trunk lid and a monumental rear bumper with a pre-installed sports diffuser and a pair of double exhaust pipes. The "GT" badge is also located here.
The external dimensions of the model have the following characteristics:
| Length, mm | 4784 |
| Width, mm | 1916 |
| Height, mm | 1381 |
| Wheel base, mm | 2720 |
The track of the front and rear wheels is 1.574 and 1.651 m, respectively. The exact height of the clearance is not announced, but it is unlikely that it is very different from its predecessor.
Available to potential car buyers wide range of body colors, including three new colors, as well as 12 variations of rims shod in low-profile tires from Michelin.
Mustang GT Interior Design
Compared to the pre-facelift version, the new Mustang GT has a more attractive and modern interior, which is seen as the merit of the upgraded Sync Connect multimedia center, as well as a 12-inch digital instrument panel.
Driving a car carried out by means of a strict and attractive multifunctional steering wheel with the Mustang logo in the center. The central panel, in addition to the multimedia information complex, is represented by three laconic air duct deflectors, a music and climate system control unit, as well as a number of mechanical toggle switches responsible for activating various muscle car systems. It is also worth noting that the materials used and the assembly are at a very, very high level (although there were some hard plastics), so that even after a while the interior will not annoy with squeaks and rattles.
front passengers the car offers anatomical seats with a tenacious profile, where a person of any build can easily sit. As an alternative for them, there are Recaro sports bucket seats, which securely fix the passenger's body even during high-speed cornering.
Since the interior has a 2 + 2 layout, there is a small sofa behind the front seats that can only accommodate children and petite girls. However, it is worth recognizing that the Ford Mustang never aspired to play the role of a family car.
Trunk volume small and is only 408 liters, though this will be enough to fit the luggage of two adults and two children going on a short trip.
Specifications Ford Mustang GT 2018
The restyled Ford Mustang GT is based on a new platform that has a similar layout to the CD-4 front-wheel drive bogie, represented by a fully independent suspension architecture front and rear, which, in turn, are represented by MacPherson struts and an upgraded multi-link on the subframe, respectively.
As an option, the car can be equipped with an adaptive MagneRide shock absorber system, inside which there is a special magnetorheological fluid.
Under the hood of the standard Ford Mustang is a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine with a capacity of 317 hp, while the GT version is powered by a more efficient 5-liter V8 gasoline generating 466 hp. and 569 Nm of maximum torque.
It is also worth mentioning here that the increase in power, in comparison with the pre-styling model, was achieved due to the increased compression ratio to 12: 1 (against 11: 1 earlier) by installing a combined fuel supply system.
The engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or an advanced 10-speed automatic transmission, with which the car accelerates from 0 to 100 in 3.9 seconds. and can develop a maximum speed of 250 km / h (electronically limited). Fuel consumption in the mixed mode of movement ranges from 11-12 l / 100 km.
Already in the database, the muscle car is equipped with an electric power steering, which has several modes of operation: normal, sporty and comfortable.
Brake system represented by powerful disc brakes with a ventilation system, the diameter of which is 320 and 380 mm on the front and rear wheels, respectively. Separately, it is worth highlighting the presence of a self-locking rear differential and several preset operating modes for the suspension, engine and other electronics, allowing you to choose the most optimal one depending on the driving style and type of road surface under the wheels
The safety of the new Ford Mustang GT
Despite the fact that most American cars cannot boast of having modern electronic assistants, the Ford Mustang GT is in no way concerned, as it is equipped with a whole an arsenal of advanced electronics and security systems. Among them are:
- LED optics "in a circle", including LED foglights;
- Three-point seat belts;
- Fasteners ISOFIX / LATCH (depending on the market);
- Tire pressure monitoring system;
- Perimetric alarm;
- Passive anti-theft system SecuriLock;
- Ventilated disc brakes on both axles;
- The complex of systems "Pre-Collision Assist", including the function of recognition of pedestrians;
- Lane change information system;
- Adaptive cruise control;
- Driver monitoring function;
- Seat belt reminder system;
- Launch control system;
- Camera visibility back;
- Parking assistant;
- Advanced anti-lock braking system, etc.
Options and price tag Ford Mustang GT 2018
In the European market, in particular in Germany, you can buy a new Ford Mustang GT at a price of 46.5 thousand euros (approximately 3.42 million rubles), while in Russia the car should appear in the very near future.
The list of basic equipment includes:
- External heated mirrors with electric adjustment;
- Electric windows;
- Multimedia center Sync Connect;
- Digital dashboard;
- Cruise control with speed limiter;
- Dual airbags in a circle, including an airbag in the area of \u200b\u200bthe driver's knees;
- Ford Key Free system;
- Two twin pipes of the exhaust system;
- Spoiler on the trunk lid;
- Dual zone climate control;
- Multifunction steering wheel with heating and leather trim;
- Assistant Lane Keeping Assist;
- Auto-dimming interior mirror;
- LED lighting "in a circle";
- Seat upholstery and gear knobs in genuine leather;
- Back view camera;
- Rain sensors built into windshield wipers;
- Central double lock with remote control;
- Pedals with aluminum pads;
- Parking assistant;
- Advanced Brembo braking system;
- 10-spoke wheels R19;
- GT nameplates;
- Advanced acoustics and much more.
- Alcantara upholstery and carbon inserts;
- Acoustic system from B&O;
- Exclusive trim front dashboard and door cards;
- Front seat ventilation system;
- Package "Performance Package" and more.
Conclusion
The Ford Mustang GT is a powerful, stylish and high-tech muscle car that immediately grabs the attention of others and gives real driving pleasure. This is a car that captivates with its signature and aggressive appearance, a rich level of equipment and, of course, a powerful power plant, characterized by a high level of efficiency and excellent dynamic performance.
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Ford was founded in 1903 by Henry Ford, who created it after receiving $28,000 from five investors to develop the business. Ford is known for being the first in the world to use the classic car assembly line. The first model produced by the company to gain mass recognition was the Ford Model T, produced in 1908-1926.
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Production: 1964 - present
Class: Pony Car / Muscle Car
body type: 2-door coupe / 3-door hatchback
Designer: David Ash and John Oros
Engines:
Carburetor, 4-stroke / single injection / injector
170th (2.8 L) V6 74 kW, 101 hp 1964-66
200th (3.3 L) V6 88 kW; 120 HP 1964-70
289th (4.8 L) V8 166 kW; 225 HP twin carburetor 1964-68
289th GT350 (4.8 L) V8 up to 220 kW; up to 300 hp four-barrel carburetor 1964-68
390th (6.4 L) V8 239 kW; 325 HP four-barrel carburetor 1967-70
427th (7.0 L) V8 287 kW; 390 HP four-barrel carburetor 1967-68
428th GT500 (7.0 L) V8 up to 404 kW; up to 550 hp four-barrel carburetor 1967-70
250th (4.1 L) V6 114 kW; 155 HP 1969-73
302nd (4.1 L) V8 162 kW; 220 HP twin carburetor 1969-73
302 Boss (5.0 L) V8 213 kW; 290 HP four-barrel carburetor 1969-73
351 2V (5.8L) V8 184 kW; 250 HP twin carburetor 1969-73
351 4V (5.8 L) V8 215 kW; 290 HP four-barrel carburetor 1969-73
429 Super Cobra Jet (7.0 L) V8 276 kW; 375 HP four-barrel carburetor 1969-70
Ford 2.3L (2.3 L) V4 63 kW; 86 HP 1974-78
Ford Cologne (2.6 L) V6 92 kW; 125 HP 1974-78
Ford Windsor 302 (4.9 L) V8 103 kW; 140 HP 1974-93
Pinto I4 (2.3 L) V4 65 kW; 88 HP 1979-83
Turbo I4 (2.3 L) V4 97 kW; 132 HP 1979-83
Cologne (2.8 L) V6 80 kW; 109 HP 1979-83
I6 (3.3L) V6 62 kW; 85 HP 1979-83
Essex (3.8L) V6 82 kW; 112 HP 1979-83
Essex Fuel Injection (3.8L) V6 103 kW; 140 HP mono injection 1979-83
255th (4.2 L) V8 88 kW; 120 HP 1979-83
Windsor High Output 302 (4.9) V8 115 kW; 157 HP twin carburetor 1979-93
Ford (3.8L) V6 107 kW; 145 HP injector 1994-98
Ford (5.0 L) V8 168 kW; 228 HP injector 1994-95
Ford Cobra (5.0 L) V8 177 kW; 240 HP injector 1994-95
Ford (4.6 L) V8 158 kW; 215 HP injector 1996-98
Ford Cobra (4.6 L) V8 224 kW; 305 HP injector 1996-98
Ford Cobra R (5.8 L) V8 220 kW; 300 HP four-barrel carburetor 1996-98
SOHC (4.0L) V6 154 kW; 210 HP injector 2005-2014
SOHC (4.6L) V8 220 kW; 300 HP injector 2005-2014
Shelby GT500 (5.4L) V8 367 kW; 500 HP injector 2006-now
Shelby GT-H (4.6 L) V8 239 kW; 325 HP injector 2006-now
Shelby GT500KR (5.4L) V8 400kW; 540 HP injector 2006-now
EcoBoost (2.3L) I4 227 kW; 305 HP 2015-our time
SOHC (3.7L) V6 220 kW; 300 HP injector 2015-now
SOHC (5.0L) V8 313 kW; 420 HP injector 2015-now
Specifications:
Original road test with 427 engine (1967)
Drag racing 1/4 mile = 10s at 213 km/h
Top speed = 134 mph (216 km/h)
Original road test with 428 engine (1969)
Top speed = 157 mph (253 km/h)
Original road test with 429 engine (1969)
Drag racing 1/4 mile = 13.6s at 170 km/h
Original road test with SOHC V6 engine (2005)
0-100 km/h = 7.3 seconds
Maximum speed = 206 km/h
Original road test with GT-H V8 engine (2006)
0-100 km/h = 4.9 seconds
Maximum speed = 243 km/h
Original road test with GT500KR V8 engine (2006)
0-100 km/h = 4.2 seconds
Maximum speed = 263 km/h
Transmission:
1964-1978:
4-speed manual
1979-1993:
4-speed manual
5-speed manual
3-speed automatic
1994-2004:
5-speed manual
6-speed manual
4-speed automatic
2005-2014
5-speed manual
5 speed automatic
2015-our time
6-speed manual
6 speed automatic
Drive unit:
Classic, rear
Dimensions:
Length: 4613 mm
Width: 1735 mm
Height: 1344 mm
Wheelbase: 2743 mm
Curb weight: 1200 kg
About car
The Ford Mustang is a Pony Car segment manufactured by Ford Motor Company.
The first version (1964/65 - 1973) was created on the basis of the Ford Falcon family sedan. The first serial Mustang rolled off the assembly line on March 9, 1964 as a 1965 model (among collectors, the unofficial designation “Model 1964 1/2” is used regarding Mustangs until the fall of 1964). On April 17, the car was presented to the public in New York, and on April 19 it was shown on all three American television networks. The promotion of the car was accompanied by an active advertising campaign. It was one of the most successful premieres in automotive history. Over a million Mustangs were sold in the first 18 months.
The first prototype of the car under the Mustang motto (1962) was a two-seater mid-engined roadster in the spirit of European sports cars of those years with an extremely unusual, futuristic design.
However, there was little interest in the concept from the public, and the conceptually similar two-seater (more precisely, imitating two-seater due to the removable plastic fairing above the rear seat) Ford Thunderbird Sports Roadster did not become a bestseller; on the other hand, sports versions of the compact Ford Falcon, like the Falcon Sprint, turned out to be very attractive to consumers, combining the capacity of a family sedan with a brighter appearance and slightly improved dynamics.
1964-1973
Ford Mustang Convertible 1964 The first Mustang left the assembly line on the morning of March 9, 1964, and by the end of that year, 263,434 cars had been sold. In mid-1965, a fastback model was introduced, aimed at the rival Plymouth Barracuda and looking more harmonious than the base coupe. The car with a convertible body was also very attractive in appearance.
The stylistic “key” of the successful mid-fifties Continental Mark II luxury coupe was used as the basis for the design, with its characteristic proportions with a long hood and short trunk and plastic body side with a break in the rear wheel arch area. However, in comparison with him, the appearance of the Mustang was less strict and more dynamic.
The design was considered very successful for its time, although unconventional for America - even opinions were expressed that in this respect the Mustang, with its clean lines of a relatively compact body and a moderate amount of chrome in the finish, was closer to European, and not to mass American models of those years with their characteristic excessive size and excessive passion for shiny ornaments.
From a technical point of view, the car was not a revelation.
The base engine was a well-known in the US six-cylinder power unit from the Ford Falcon, bored out to 170 cubic inches (~2.8 liters), it was equipped with a three-speed manual or two- and three-speed CVTs.
The front suspension was generally borrowed from the same Folken, and structurally it was a variant of the usual parallelogram suspension on two wishbones - at the same time, the shock absorber in the block with the spring was removed from the space between the levers and placed above the upper arm. This suspension (called "double-wishbone" in America) was slightly more compact than the conventional parallelogram, in particular, making room for large V8 engines. An anti-roll bar was offered as an option.
The rear suspension was dependent, with longitudinal semi-elliptical springs and a rigid drive axle beam.
The brakes in the base were drum brakes on all wheels, a vacuum booster was offered as an option. The worm gear with circulating balls from Folken completed the picture with a large gear ratio (power steering in those years was a relatively little-demanded option in this class).
As a result, although the handling and driving characteristics of the car were better than those of the base model - the Folken - due to a lower center of gravity and modified chassis settings, but not by much.
Ford Mustang 1965 In 1965, separate adjustable driver and passenger seats, an AM radio, and a floor-mounted shift lever were introduced into the standard Mustang interior. Also available as options were sun visors, a mechanical remote mirror control, a floor console and a bench seat in the front. Also one of the interior options was the "Rally-Pac": a clock and a tachometer mounted on the steering column.
In April 1965, buyers were offered the GT package, which included: tuned suspension, sharper steering, front disc brakes, a dual exhaust system, and special body paint.
Ford Shelby GT350 1966 A particularly powerful modification from the famous studio of racer Carol Shelby - Shelby GT350 - was produced in a fastback body, equipped with a 289 V8 engine, boosted to 306 hp. and was sold in salons to anyone who wanted it.
Ford Mustang 1966 In 1966, the base Mustang began to be equipped with a 120-horsepower in-line six-cylinder engine with a displacement of 200 cubic inches (3.2 liters). Three 289 V8 engines were available as options, ranging from 200 to 271 hp. The Shelby GT350 version was now available in four colors, with automatic transmission and a Paxton mechanical supercharger, which made it possible to increase power to 420-430 hp when the engine reached a certain speed. Also in 1966, the Mustang was one of the first to receive a mono car radio with AM/FM bands, and sun visors became standard equipment.
When sales of the Ford Mustang began in Germany, it turned out that the name had already been registered. The German company offered to sell the rights for $10,000. Ford refused and removed the "Mustang" badging, calling it the "T-5" for the German market.
1967-1968
Ford Mustang 1967 By the 1967 model year, the Mustang had gained in length and height, and most of the body panels had undergone a transformation accordingly. The front end began to look more “aggressive”, the fastback changed, in which the rear window and trunk lid were now located on the same line.
Ford Mustang 427 Drag 1967 The Ford Mustang GT 390, remembered by many from the feature film Bullitt, was created to equal competition with the Chevrolet Camaro SS 396. The market demanded powerful cars, and Carol Shelby could not help but respond and introduced the Shelby GT500, an even more powerful modification of the Mustang. Under the hood of the novelty was a 7000 cc V8 developing 335 hp. In 1968, the Mustang received a simpler grille and 427 390 hp engines that performed well on the street. In the same year, on April 1, Ford announced its one of the most famous engines - 428 Cobra Jet, with larger valve plates and Ram Air air intake system, which, with a declared power of 550 hp. easily developed all 610s. From the same year, the GT350 and GT500 modifications became known as the Shelby Cobra, and a convertible body became available. At the same time, modest six-cylinder models continued to be produced, offering a bright sporty look and image for a reasonable price.
In 1968, three-point seat belts were introduced for the first time. The "Rally-Pac" package was no longer offered as the new instrument panel already had a tachometer and clock.
1969-1970
Ford Mustang Boss 429 1969 By the 1969 model year, the Ford Mustang underwent a re-upgrade, moving further and further away from the original concept: with the same wheelbase, the length of the car increased by 3.8 inches (~ 10 cm), weight - by 140 pounds (~ 70 kg), and in the model line new versions appeared - cheap E, luxurious Grande and sports BOSS and Mach 1. Ford Mustang in 1969 became the first model to use a four-headlight headlight scheme, headlights were placed inside and outside the radiator grille.
The BOSS 302 was built to compete with the Camaro Z/28 in Trans AM. Version with 429 V8 with 375 hp. destined for NASCAR and equipped with Ram Air-induction and special exhaust manifolds. Under the hood of the Mach 1 was the 351st V8, and optionally it was possible to order a self-locking rear axle differential and even the 428 Cobra Jet engine. Shelby Cobra versions were available in fastback and convertible body styles and became increasingly luxurious, equipped with a 335 hp 428 Cobra Jet V8 engine.
Ford Mustang Boss 302 1970 For the 1970 model year, Ford took a wait-and-see approach and left the Mustang virtually untouched, only changing the front end and making a few other minor updates. This was the last year for the Shelby Cobra modifications, which have remained virtually untouched from last year, unlike the base Mustang.
1971-1973
In addition to the Shelby Cobra, the BOSS 302 and BOSS 429 modifications also disappeared. The Mach 1 modification, equipped with the famous 351st Cleveland V8 engine with 285 hp. and was still available. The new BOSS 351 was introduced and was faster at 1/4 mile than the 429 Super Cobra Jet Ram Air.
Ford Mustang Convertible 1973 Following the powerful versions in 1973, the Mustang itself declined - the engine power ratings were lowered again, and it turned out that the base engine produced 95 hp, and the most powerful 351 cc V8 - only 156 hp.
1974-1978
Ford Mustang 1974 This was already the 2nd generation of the legendary muscle car. Ford was revisiting American Pony Car concepts in the face of the gas crisis and changing consumer tastes. But, the car was much closer to the original 1964 concept than later first-generation models.
The car was small by American standards, even smaller than the original 1964 model, and had an in-line four-cylinder engine bored out to 2.3 liters, which developed 86 hp “shameful” for America. The choice of the power unit was determined by considerations of fuel economy. As an option, a 2.8-liter V6 Cologne engine was available and, since 1975, a small, by American standards, V8 of 140 hp at 4.9 liters.
During the first four years of production, about 400,000 cars were sold each year.
1979-1993
Ford Mustang Cobra 1979 In 1979, the Mustang was based on the larger "Fox" platform (it was originally developed for the 1978 Ford Fairmont and Mercury Zephyr). The interior has been restyled to accommodate four more comfortably, despite the narrower rear seat. Body styles included coupe, sedan, hatchback, and convertible, and were categorized by trim level as L, GL, GLX, LX, GT, GT Turbo (1983-84), SVO (1984-86), Cobra (1979-81, 1993). ), and Cobra R (1993).
Catering to the European fashion for small and low-power engines, Ford had to leave the big sport, but in September 1980 everything changed dramatically, even a special SVO department was created (from Special Vehicles Operations - literally, the Department of Special Transport Operations). Their "offspring" - special models of mustangs for participation in the most prestigious and most exciting race - Trans-Am (Trans-Am). The price of a racing car started at $25,000, while a standard car could be purchased for $6,000.
The third generation Mustang combined two different body styles. From 1979 to 1986, the car had a triangular front and four headlights, referred to by enthusiasts as the "4-eye". Then, from 1987 to 1993, the "forms" became more round, in the style of "Aero". In addition, in 1986, Ford introduced a modification of the EFI (electronic fuel injection) engine to the assembly line, instead of a carburetor. There were three units under the hood to choose from: an in-line “four” and V-shaped six and eight-cylinder versions. The four-cylinder modification, by the way, came with a turbocharger, which showed a pretty good result in road tests - acceleration from standstill to 100 km / h in 11.5 seconds, with a power of 88 hp. For comparison, the largest for that period, the 302nd unit, allowed to accelerate to 100 km / h in 8 seconds.
In response to falling sales and rising fuel prices, an all-new Mustang was being developed in the early 1980s. It was to be a front wheel drive small block car based on the Mazda MX-6. But thanks to the objections of caring people, Ford's leadership did not change the traditions of the American muscle car, and the "Japanese Mustang" was not destined to see the "big world". As a result, Ford Motor for the Mustang is doing another facelift, and a creative version on the MX-6 platform was used on the Ford Probe in 1989.
1994-2004
Ford Mustang GT Convertible 1994 In 1994, the Mustang received its first major redesign in its fifteen years. Codenamed "SN-95" comes an updated rear-wheel drive version of "Fox-4". Patrick Schiavone's new styling borrowed some of the features from previous Mustangs. For the first time since 1974, a coupe (fastback) model was not available. New features include an anti-lock brake system and a 230-watt "Mach 460" music amplifier with a standard CD-deck.
The base model had a V6 232 block (3.8 L) with 145 hp (108 kW) in 1994, and since 1995 the same modest six-cylinder, but more productive 150 hp (110 kW) , and kept on the conveyor until 1998. The choice of transmission also did not differ in great scope, as only a five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic were offered to choose from. For fans of big engines, there was a long-awaited surprise: on the Mustang GT and Cobra modification, after almost thirty years of use (successful, I believe), Ford replaces the V8 302 block (4.1 l) with a new, smaller, but more efficient V8 281 -m (4.6 L) SOHC. This small-block was originally rated at 215 hp (160 kW), but by 1998 it had already been increased to 225 hp (168 kW), and thanks to the engineers of SVT (a reorganized SVO, now an acronym for Special Vehicles Team), it was possible to “overclock” it to 305 hp (227 kW)!
Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 1999 For 1999, the Mustang received a new design with sharper contours and larger wheel arches, but its basic proportions, interior design, and chassis remained the same as the previous model. The standard 3.8 L V6 was rated at 190 hp (140 kW) and was available until 2004, while the Mustang GT with its 4.6 liter 8-cylinder and 260 hp (190 kW) was the first during this period, gained a steady pace of production. The most powerful of the factory modifications is the Cobra, its engine was rated at 316 hp (235 kW) at 6000 rpm, the gearbox is a five-speed manual Tremec ™ T45, which easily allowed to accelerate in first gear to 72 km / h.
In honor of the 35th anniversary, Ford released the 1999 Jubilee Limited Edition GT, which featured 17-inch alloy wheels, special side skirts, a sporty spoiler, an aggressive air intake, chrome bodywork and a silver leather interior. The car was offered in four colors: silver, black, red and bright white.
Mustang SVT Cobra 4.6L original road test:
Drag racing 1/4 mile in 13.8 seconds at 164 km/h;
Acceleration 0-100 km / h = 5.6 s;
Maximum speed = 240 km/h;
Mustang GT 4.6L original road test:
Drag racing 1/4 mile in 14 seconds at 160 km/h;
Three alternative modifications offered in this generation are also available: in 2001 Bullitt (modification included a black “running horse” emblem on the hood, fog lights, lowered suspension and no rear wing), in 2003 and 2004 Mach 1 (modification included unique alloy wheels , body appliques, a flat spoiler, an open radiator grille and a functional scoop on the hood), up to 390 hp (290 kW) and the legendary Cobra (the most powerful "civilian" modification).
2005-2013
Ford Mustang S-197 2005 At the 2004 North American International Auto Show, Ford unveiled a completely redesigned Mustang, codenamed "S-197", which was based on an all-new D2C platform. Designed under the direction of Hau Thai-Tang Chief Engineer and designer Sid Ramnarace, the fifth-generation Mustang looks like the fastback Mustangs of the late 1960s. Ford's senior vice president of project, J Mays, called the style "retro futurism"
The base model is equipped with a Ford 4.0-liter V6 engine with SOHC gas distribution system, which replaced the 3.8-liter version used since 2004. The new engine delivers 210 horsepower at 5300 rpm and 325 Newton meters of torque at 3500 rpm. This engine is mated to a standard Tremec T-5 five-speed manual transmission. An automatic five-speed gearbox "5R55S" is optionally installed. The GT version of the Mustang is powered by a 4.6 L SOHC Modular 3-valve V8 V8 with variable injection and 300 hp (224 kW). The 2005 version has an approximate weight-to-power ratio of 11.5 pounds per horsepower. Although the Mustang GT is equipped with the same automatic transmission as the V6 model, the Tremec 3650 5-speed manual can be optionally fitted, with which you can use the extra power of the GT model more efficiently.
Ford Shelby GT 500 2007 In 2006, the updated Shelby GT500 comes out, produced in the back of a convertible and coupe. The Shelby GT500 differs from the usual Mustangs in its specific appearance and color, as well as in the presence of a number of elements of a sports environment, while remaining a comfortable and well-equipped car with genuine leather sports seats.
Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500KR And in the same, 2006 - the world premiere! Ford, together with Shelby, is building a powerful sports car Ford Shelby GT500KR with a 5.4-liter, 540-horsepower engine with 6-speed manual. The hood has an air intake for additional cooling. Ahead there is also a lower spoiler with an air intake for cooling the brake system. One thing is upsetting: the Ford Shelby GT500KR was produced in a small batch, only 1000 cars. This is the embodiment of American ideas about what a modern muscle car should be like.
In addition to standard modifications, Ford could not get around the tradition of special, limited editions, which include:
DUB Edition
Ford has announced a new version of the Mustang sports model that should allow it to connect with a "whole new" generation of buyers. This car was prepared with the direct participation of the tuning studio Roush and the editors of DUB magazine. The Dub edition model is powered by a 305 horsepower (224 kW) 3.7-liter V6 unit and is available in both coupe and convertible body styles. The kit includes 20-inch TIS alloy wheels, Pirelli sports tires and a Roush body kit.
Parnelli Jones Limited Edition
In 2007, the Parnelli Jones Limited Edition was shown for the first time at the New York Auto Show. The colors are faithful to the golden era of Trans-Am racing. Engine power from official sources is 370 l / s (272 kW).
X-1 Edition
By special order of the US Air Force, a special version of the combat show car, codenamed X-1, was prepared, equipped with a 4.6 liter 500 hp (368 kW) engine. Inside there is only one place, located in the center. The instrument panel consists of three LCD displays surrounded by many toggle switches and buttons. The displays show a picture from night vision cameras that are installed on the body. The X-1 does not have a steering wheel in the usual sense; instead, a joystick steering wheel is installed on the central tunnel.
In 2010, the model is going through a small reystalling, the body has become more aerodynamic. The base engine remained unchanged, but for the GT version, the 4.6 liter V8 was revised to produce 319 hp (235 kW) at 6000 rpm of the engine, when the maximum torque of 441 Nm was already achieved at a lighter load of 4255 rpm .
In 2011, the electric power steering is again replaced by a more reliable hydraulic one. The choice is available as a 6-speed manual gearbox MT82, and a 6-speed automatic 6R80. The updated aluminum 227 block (3.7 l) weighs 18 kilograms less than last year. The 24-valve V6 now produces 309 hp (227 kW) at 380 Nm and features a new dual exhaust.
The GT modification is equipped with a 32-valve 302-m block (5.0 l) of 412 hp with net power and 19-inch alloy wheels.
Shelby GT500 has in its arsenal a 5.4 liter engine with 550 hp (410 kW) at 690 Nm of torque.
In 2012, for the modification of the Boss 302, the engine disposed of 450 hp (331 kW) at a torque of 520 Nm.
2013 Ford Mustang GT In 2013, the Mustang is again ennobled, the design becomes more aggressive from year to year. The most powerful Shelby GT500 package is complemented by a new 5.8 liter supercharged V8 unit with a capacity of 671 hp. (494k W). Both Shelby and Boss are produced exclusively with manual transmission. 20-inch aluminum wheels and LED lights are now standard, rather than optional.
2014-our time
The sixth generation of the pony car was introduced by Ford on December 5, 2013, and mass production began at the Ford Flat Rock Assembly plant on July 14, 2014. From previous models, the updated Mustang is primarily distinguished by a fully independent rear suspension for all modifications, as well as an additional four-cylinder 2.3-liter engine.
The most powerful Big Block, with a volume of 5.0 liters / 420 hp, with a torque of 528 Nm, formed the basis of the most productive Mustang - the GT version. The standard engine is a V6 with 300 hp. For the European market, a small four-cylinder 2.3-liter EcoBoost is presented, which, together with two turbines and a direct fuel injection system, has quite “adult” characteristics - 305 hp, 432 Nm of torque, a top speed of 234 km / h and acceleration to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds.
Already in the basic configuration, the BLIS® road stop monitoring system is installed, which scans other road users and other obstacles 360 degrees, a contactless ignition system with touch sensors on the doors, SYNC® - a media center with a touch screen that supports voice control, as well as an electronic system ETCS traction control.
