The ultimate Ford Mustang -- Shelby GT500 -- raises the performance bar with the 2013 model that delivers 650 horsepower and a top speed of more than 200 mph.
The 5.8-liter V8 aluminum-block engine produces 650 horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque, making it the most powerful production V8 in the world.
Nearly every part of the powertrain has been optimized for producing the additional horsepower, including a new supercharger, new cross-drilled block and heads, updated camshaft profiles, a new carbon fiber driveshaft and upgraded clutch, transmission and axle.
Nearly every gear on the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 is revised to manage the torque and use more of the power in a way that makes it more driver-friendly. A key piece of the driveline, the six-speed manual transmission, offers upgraded gears, bearings and housing so it can properly manage the torque. The final drive ratio is now 3.31:1 for optimized overall vehicle gearing to complement the massive torque.
Significant aerodynamic work on the new Shelby GT500 ensures the car has proper downforce for optimum performance at all speeds. The front fascia and splitters were modified to handle the extreme loads at 200 mph, resulting in a car that tracks more securely and feels more planted to the road at higher speeds. It offers 33 percent more effective aero loading at 160 mph compared to the previous model.
Handling, all AdvanceTrac settings and steering assist levels within selectable steering have been tuned. The unique traction control system and electronic stability control settings help drivers achieve maximum performance on both the street and the track.
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