The Future of Thrills: Exploring the 2025 Ford Mustang GTD Road-Legal Racer
Road-Race Marvel - Just a day after teasing enthusiasts online, the much-anticipated limited-edition Ford Mustang GTD has been officially unveiled, solidifying its place as the ultimate road-ready version of the iconic pony car. Set to make its debut next year, the Ford Mustang GTD is poised to redefine driving exhilaration.
The much-anticipated limited-edition Ford Mustang GTD has been officially unveiled, solidifying its place as the ultimate road-ready version of the iconic pony car. (Picture from: Carscoops)
"Channeling the high-performance racing technology of the Mustang GT3 race car, the Mustang GTD merges this power with the sleek carbon fiber body that defines the Mustang lineage, bringing an unprecedented driving experience to the streets," remarked Jim Farley, Ford's visionary President and CEO, according to Hypebeast.
Carbon fiber finds itself seamlessly integrated into various facets of the Mustang GTD, adorning the fenders, hood, trunk lid, and door sills. (Picture from: HypeBeast)
At the heart of the Ford Mustang GTD lies a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 engine equipped with dual air intakes. Complementing this powerhouse is a dry sump system, allowing for an impressive redline of 7,500 rpm. The remarkable outcome is an astounding 800 horsepower, marking the pinnacle of Mustang's engineering prowess. Intriguingly, this masterpiece is not merely a track-bound racer; it's designed to dominate the open road.
Carbon
fiber finds itself seamlessly integrated into various facets of the
Mustang GTD, adorning the fenders, hood, trunk lid, and door sills. (Picture from: RoadAndTrack)
Carbon fiber finds itself seamlessly integrated into various facets of the Mustang GTD, adorning the fenders, hood, trunk lid, and door sills. The front splitter, rear diffuser, and roof also proudly sport this lightweight material, an engineering choice that optimizes agility, responsiveness, and overall stability by lowering the car's center of gravity.
The Ford Mustang GTD comes with a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 engine that uses dual air intakes, and also uses a dry sump system and a redline of up to 7,500 rpm. (Picture from: HypeBeast)
Speaking about the project's ambition, Ford Chief Program Engineer Greg Goodall stated, "The objective was clear: to achieve unprecedented speed, targeting a sub-7-minute Nürburgring lap time."
The
front splitter, rear diffuser, and roof also proudly sport this
lightweight material, an engineering choice that optimizes agility,
responsiveness, and overall stability by lowering the car's center of
gravity. (Picture from: HypeBeast)
The GTD's creation is a collaborative effort with Multimatic, the same automotive visionary behind the Mustang GT3, Mustang GT4, and the triumphant Ford GTwinner of the grueling 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The Ford Mustang GTD's creation is a collaborative effort with Multimatic, the same automotive visionary behind the Mustang GT3, Mustang GT4, and the triumphant Ford GT winner of the grueling 24 Hours of Le Mans. (Picture from: HypeBeast)
A true test of endurance for both machines and drivers, the 24-hour of Le Mans event challenges participants on closed public roads, pushing the limits of speed and performance.
Limited in production, the Mustang GTD is set to retail at approximately $300,000(around Rp.4.5 billion), a testament to its exclusivity and engineering marvel. Enthusiasts can anticipate its availability from late 2024 through early 2025, marking a new chapter in the legacy of the Mustang and a thrilling era for automotive aficionados worldwide. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FORD | HYPEBEAST | CARSCOOPS | ROADANDTRACK ]
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The Future of Thrills: Exploring the 2025 Ford Mustang GTD Road-Legal Racer
At the heart of the Ford Mustang GTD lies a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 engine equipped with dual air intakes. Complementing this powerhouse is a dry sump system, allowing for an impressive redline of 7,500 rpm. The remarkable outcome is an astounding 800 horsepower, marking the pinnacle of Mustang's engineering prowess. Intriguingly, this masterpiece is not merely a track-bound racer; it's designed to dominate the open road.
Limited in production, the Mustang GTD is set to retail at approximately $300,000 (around Rp.4.5 billion), a testament to its exclusivity and engineering marvel. Enthusiasts can anticipate its availability from late 2024 through early 2025, marking a new chapter in the legacy of the Mustang and a thrilling era for automotive aficionados worldwide. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FORD | HYPEBEAST | CARSCOOPS | ROADANDTRACK ]
