During the recently concluded Goodwood Festival of Speed 2023, Ford unveiled the Mustang Mach-E Rally.
While specifics were still kept secret, the high-performance EV compact crossover amazed spectators during its participation in the Hillclimb event. It seems that the American automaker is now concocting something for future motorsport activities. Introducing the Mustang Dark Horse R.
Luxurious supercars and hypercars have dominated the attention when it concerns exclusive track versions for quite some time.
Now, it’s the Blue Oval’s moment to exhibit a vehicle engineered to elevate the galloping horse symbol beyond that of the flagship trim of the commercial model. With numerous automotive reporters currently evaluating the street-legal configuration, the feedback has been predominantly favorable.
Priced at $146,595, it might be somewhat costly for the average pony car enthusiast. Nonetheless, individuals with intentions to frequently enjoy themselves on the tracks will be eager to secure their units early.
As per Ford’s announcement, the Mustang Dark Horse R will participate in various International Motor Sport Association (IMSA) approved races.
Named the “Mustang Challenge,” it will witness only a handful of Mustang Dark Horse Rs competing against each other. At the core of this muscle car lies a 500-horsepower 5.0-liter Coyote V8 engine paired with a six-speed Tremec manual transmission.
Ford also emphasizes that a Torsen limited-slip differential is inclusive as well as its 3.73 final-drive ratio.
Preparing it for the track necessitates attention to weight reduction. Therefore, anything non-essential is removed as Ford Performance installs one
Recaro FIA racing seat, a racing harness, a quick-release steering wheel, and other essential safety systems. Naturally, the enhancements extend to all aspects to ensure the Mustang Dark Horse R delivers a thrilling ride.
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