Motor Trend 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 First Test

[Birdman]

http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/1205_2013_ford_shelby_gt500_first_test/

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"For instance, in top gear at around 80 mph, turning roughly 1500 rpm, it's a complete pussycat, with minimal engine and exhaust noise. No, it's the getting to 80 that's the fun part. Hammer it from a stop and the rush of 631 lb-ft engulfs your body, pinning your head and torso to the optional Recaro bucket as the GT500 blasts from 0-60 mph in a scant 3.5 seconds, on toward a quarter-mile time of 11.6 seconds at 125.7 mph."

The track was where we really got to experience how the new GT500 differs from the previous car. Whereas the old car tended to exhibit front-end push, the 2013 displays crisper turn-in, the front Goodyears really biting into the asphalt and responding quickly to steering inputs, allowing you to be more aggressive with the throttle application mid-corner. In comfort mode there's a hint of body roll, but in sport the car stays nice and flat.



Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/1205_2013_ford_shelby_gt500_first_test/viewall.html#ixzz1vV7Wk3uY

[Birdman]

Another MT quote..."This is truly is the most potent factory pony car the Blue Oval has ever produced. Savor it while you can because this is likely the last major change we will see to the GT500 before the next-generation Mustang debuts with an independent rear suspension. Will that car make 700 hp? If it's still wearing the Shelby name, you can bet the answer will be a resounding yes."

[blackshelby]

Another MT quote..."This is truly is the most potent factory pony car the Blue Oval has ever produced. Savor it while you can because this is likely the last major change we will see to the GT500 before the next-generation Mustang debuts with an independent rear suspension. Will that car make 700 hp? If it's still wearing the Shelby name, you can bet the answer will be a resounding yes."

Interesting

[VaporDude]

I hope the IRS isn't coming out. The Live-Axle has proven to be a success.

[Birdman]

I hope the IRS isn't coming out. The Live-Axle has proven to be a success.

It will be in the 2015 next gen Mustang. The 2014 will be identical to the 13.

[68fastback]

Another MT quote..."This is truly is the most potent factory pony car the Blue Oval has ever produced. Savor it while you can because this is likely the last major change we will see to the GT500 before the next-generation Mustang debuts with an independent rear suspension. Will that car make 700 hp? If it's still wearing the Shelby name, you can bet the answer will be a resounding yes."


Interesting

...for sure, tho not clear how he knows that.

Not that a 5.0TT can't be made to do that :shades: ;-)