Ford Mustang:

Production iconic American muscle-car began in 1964 and has not stopped yet. "Mustang" are one of the best selling models of cars in the world - for the first 18 months has sold more than 1 million cars. In many ways, this was an active advertising campaign. Currently, there are 5 generations car, the last of which was presented in 2004. Now Ford is preparing the sixth generation of muscle-car, which will appear from 2014.

Ford Mustang - the iconic car segment Pony Car production Ford Motor Company.

The original version of the 11 233 (1964/65-1973's.) Was established on the basis of units of a family sedan Ford Falcon (creator Lee Iacocca and his team). The first production Mustang rolled out March 9, 1964 as a 1965 model (among collectors on the "Mustangs" of release until autumn 1964 used an informal designation "Model 1964 1/2"). April 17 car was unveiled in New York and April 19 - is shown on all three American television networks. Accompanied by active promotion of car advertising. It was one of the most successful premier in automotive history. In the first 18 months it sold more than a million Mustangov.Soderzhanie [remove]
1 Information on the engine power
2 Early Development
3 The first generation (1964-1973)
1.3 1964-1966 model year
2.3 1967-1968 model year
3.3 1969-1970 model year
4.3 1971-1973 model year
4 The second generation (1974-1978)
5 Third generation (1979-1993)
6 Fourth generation (1994-2004)
6.1 1994-1998
6.2 1999-2004
7 The fifth generation 2005 - present
8 Notes
9 Interesting Facts
10 Links

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Note on the engine power

It should be noted that, in speaking about the American classics, we must bear in mind that the pre-1972 American Power engine manufacturer specifies without attachment (Brake HP; designation such horsepower - bhp); at the time, as in the rest of the world power was measured by flywheel mounted attachments, regular systems of admission and release (the European standard DIN, sometimes horsepower for this standard is referred to as PS). In the U.S., so began to measure power only since 1972 (standard SAE hp, close to the European).

Since the tight control of the state before this was absent, there was a certain lack of coordination, and to bring a single workable conversion factor of at bhp SAE hp impossible, but in general the figures stated power rating of those years are usually higher than the actual value in the modern sense at 40-150 hp depending on the degree of honesty manufacturer.

Only in the 1972 American Association of Automotive Engineers (SAE, Society of Automotive Engineers) has guided procedures in this area, and to the surprise of many shoppers claimed power engines decreased quite significantly, for example, Chrysler 426 HEMI engine in 1971 was rated at 425 liters. a., and in 1972 the power of the same engine already indicated the 350 hp according to SAE.

In this paper, according to the manufacturer gives power values.

Compare the power of the engines of American classics produced before 1972, measured in bhp, with similar figures for European and domestic engines of those years, and modern - all the same, that directly compare the speed in miles and kilometers per hour.
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Early developments

The initial concept Mustang I c V4 40 hp 1962.

The first prototype car with the slogan Mustang (1962), mid-engined two-seat roadster in the spirit of the European sports cars of that time with a very unusual, futuristic design.

However, there has been little interest in the conceptual part of the public, and is conceptually similar to double (or more accurately simulating the double by a removable plastic shroud over the rear seat) Ford Thunderbird Sports Roadster was not a hit, but it is very attractive to consumers were racing version of "compact »Ford Falcon like Falcon Sprint, which combined capacity of a family sedan with a brighter appearance and some improved dynamics.

Ford Falcon Sprint - conceptual ancestor of the original Mustang, and the donor of many components and assemblies.

This influenced the choice of a new concept vehicle and the Mustang was a four-five-seater coupe "classic" layout on a modified chassis Falcon. And from the mid-engine concept car is inherited only air intakes behind the doors, which, of course, were false. The prototype was built in 1963 and had a much bolder design than the subsequent production model.

The name of the car, too, was born at once. Originally it was developed as a Special Falcon. Later offered names such as: Cougar - this name was proposed car designer J. Oros; Torino; T-Bird II - proposed by Henry Ford II in honor of already produced Ford Thunderbird; Bronco, Puma, Cheetah, Colt and others. Many do not use the names were later assigned to another car company.

The final version of the design was developed by the Division Mercury-Lincoln Division, mainly David Ash (David Ash) and John Oros (John Oros).

Most of the mechanical "stuffing" was unified with the already produced models Ford Falcon and Ford Fairlane, which allowed lower price base set to $ 2.368, and - significantly reduce the cost of maintenance and repair. Because of this Mustang was attractive to a wide range of customers.
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The first generation (1964-1973)
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1964-1966 model year

Fastback.


Convertible model in 1966.

The first Mustang left the assembly line the morning of 9 March 1964, and by the end of the same year sold 263,434 cars.

In mid-1965 was presented in the body of a fastback model, aimed against the competitive model Plymouth Barracuda and looking harmonious base coupe. Very attractive in appearance and had a car with a body convertible (cabriolet).

As the basis of stylistic design was used "key" successful luxury coupe Continental Mark II mid-fifties, with its distinctive proportions with a long hood and short trunk and plastic body side with a break in the rear wheel arches. However, in comparison with him looks "Mustang" was less strict and more dynamic.

Design for its time was considered very successful, although unconventional in America - even expressed the opinion that in this respect, "Mustang" with its clean lines of a relatively compact body and a moderate amount of chromium in the finish was closer to Europe, and not to the mass of the American models years with characteristic oversized and excessive enthusiasm shiny ornaments.

From a technical point of view, the car was not a revelation.

The base engine is a well-known in the U.S. six-cylinder power unit of the Ford Falcon, bored to 170 cubic inches (about 2.8 liters.), He aggregated mechanical three-stage and two-and three-speed automatic transmissions.

The front suspension was largely borrowed from the same "Falkena", and is designed as a variant of the usual two parallelogram suspension wishbone - in this case, a shock absorber with a spring in the block was put in the space between the arms and placed on the upper arm. This suspension (in America it is called «double-wishbone») was a little smaller than a regular parallelogram, in particular, freeing up space for large engines V8. Anti-roll bar was offered as an option.

The rear suspension was dependent, with longitudinal semi-elliptic leaf springs and rigid beam axle.

Brake drums were based on all wheels, brake booster was offered as an option. Completes the picture worm steering with swirling balls of "Falkena" with a large ratio (power steering at that time was in the class with respect malovostrebovannoy option).

As a result, although the handling and driving characteristics and were better than the base model - "Falkena" - due to a lower center of gravity and revised chassis settings, but not much.

In 1965, the standard Mustang interior administered separately adjustable driver's seat and the passenger, radio AM, the shift lever on the floor. Also available are optional visor, mechanical remote control mirror, floor console and bench front seat. Also one of the options was the interior «Rally-Pac»: clock and tachometer mounted on the steering column. He was available for $ 69.30 (with the installation of an approved $ 75.95).

In April 1965, the package offered to customers GT, it includes: tuned suspension, better steering, front disc brakes, dual exhaust system and a special body paint.

Particularly powerful version of the famous racing driver Carroll Shelby studio - Shelby GT350 - produced in the body fastback, were equipped 289th engine V8, uprated to 306 hp and sold in stores for everyone.

In 1966, the base Mustang was equipped with a base 120-horsepower in-line arrangement of six cylinders and a capacity of 200 cubic inches (3.2 liters). In the form of options are available in three 289's engine V8, 200 to 271 hp Version of the Shelby GT350 was now available in four colors, with automatic transmission and a mechanical supercharger Paxton, enables us to achieve certain engine speed to increase the power of 420-430 hp Also in the 1966 Mustang was one of the first mono car radio with bands AM / FM, the sun visors become standard equipment.

When Germany began selling Ford Mustang, revealed that the name is already registered. The German company offered to sell the rights for $ 10,000. Ford refused and removed the icon «Mustang», naming it for the German market "T-5".
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1967-1968 model year

Ford Mustang coupe with

Salon 1967 model.

By 1967 model year Mustang added to the length and height, respectively, underwent a transformation, most body panels. Front began to look more "aggressive", changed fastback, which the rear window and the trunk lid is now located on the same line.

Ford Mustang GT 390, was remembered by many for the feature film Bullitt, was designed to be equivalent to compete with Chevrolet Camaro SS 396. Market demands powerful cars, and Carol Shelby could not respond and introduced Shelby GT500 - even more powerful modification Mustang. Under the hood of new items was 7000 cc V8, which develops 335 hp In 1968, the Mustang received a simpler grille and 427-e engines, power 390 hp, well on the street. In the same year, on April 1, Ford announced its one of the most famous engines - 428 Cobra Jet, with plates of valves larger area and air intake Ram Air, which at rated at 550 hp easily developed all 610. In the same year the modification GT350 and GT500 were called Shelby Cobra, and was made available cabriolet.

At the same time, continued to be produced and a modest six-cylinder models, offers a bright sporty appearance and image for a reasonable price.

In 1968, first introduced the three-point seat belts. Package «Rally-Pac» is no longer offered as a new toolbar has already had a tachometer and clock.
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1969-1970 model year

By 1969 model year Ford Mustang suffered repeated upgrades, more away from the original concept: the same wheelbase length of the car has increased by 3.8 inches (about 10 cm), weight - 140 pounds (~ 70 kg), and the model line , new version - cheap E, luxury and sports BOSS Grande and Mach 1. Ford Mustang in 1969 was the first model to use the scheme chetyrehfarnoy head light, lights were placed inside and outside of the grille.

Modification of the Index BOSS 302 was built to compete with the Camaro Z/28 racing Trans AM. Version with a 429-m V8 rated at 375 hp intended for NASCAR and package Ram Air-induction and special exhaust manifolds. Under the hood was a Mach 1 351-second V8, optional and you can order a limited-slip rear axle inter-wheel differential and even engine 428 Cobra Jet. Shelby Cobra version was available in fastback and convertible body styles, and became more and more luxurious, manned engine 428 Cobra Jet V8 power of 335 hp

Shelby GT500 1969

In the 1970 model year, Ford has taken a wait-and left virtually untouched Mustang model, changing only the front and making a few minor updates. This was the last year for modifications Shelby Cobra, which remained largely intact from last year, as opposed to the base Mustang.
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1971-1973 model year

In 1971, all "of muscle-karam" had tight, and Mustang are not left out. Developed under the leadership of the new design manager, Semon «Bunkie» Knudsen (jumping out of General Motors), and rose again the car weight by almost 100 pounds (about 50 kg) lost originality and harmony, for which the judges are so fond of "original" copies of the 1964 classic -66 years.

In addition to the Shelby Cobra, disappeared and modification BOSS 302 and BOSS 429. Modification of the Mach 1, completed with the famous 351st Cleveland V8 engine producing 285 hp was still available. Presented the new BOSS 351, which is faster than at a distance of 1/4 mile than the 429 Super Cobra Jet Ram Air.

One of the latest versions of the first generation.

In 1972, the U.S. government standards have changed, and now all of the engines had to be evaluated under the new system - the car tested is intact, with all attachments, as has long been adopted in the rest of the world. As a result, the basic 250 cc (approximately 4 liters) engine I6 Mustang assessed only 99 hp and a top 351-th V8 (~ 5,7 l.) On the new system was rated at 275 forces.

Modification of the BOSS 351 is no longer offered and the only sports version was considered Mach 1.

Following a powerful version in 1973 came sunset and most Mustang - engine power ratings downgraded again, and it turned out that the base engine gave out 95 hp, and the most powerful 351-cid V8 - total 156 forces.

This was the last year of production Mustang. In 1974, there was another model, named Mustang II, and had nothing to do with the legendary Muscle Car.
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Second generation (1974-1978)

Mustang II (1974-78 gg.) Marked revision of the concept of the American Pony Car'a in the petrol crisis and the changing tastes of consumers. However, the car was much closer to the original concept of 1964, later than the first-generation model, little resembling the model's first release outside and strongly grown in size and weight, which became at that time the president of Ford Motors Lee Iacocca, the author of the original concept Mustanga'64, disparagingly called "Behemoth." For the 1974 model year it initiated the development of a new, much reduced in size, "Mustang" under the slogan of a return to the roots, to be exact - to the original concept.

Hatchback.


Coupe-Notchback.

And really - Mustang II was conceptually very similar to the original version of 1964: A small compartment sufficiently pure form with the Italian design from Ghia (designer - Alessandro de Tomaso), established on the basis of subcompact Ford Pinto and close to the popular class of imported models like the Toyota Celica or Ford Capri. The design used thematic elements of early Mustang, but in general the car was apparently in the "mainstream" Ford mid-1970s and is a lot like its prototype Pinto.

The car was by American standards is very small (just over Soviet Moskvich-2141), even less than the original model in 1964, and had in the base bored to 2.3 liter inline four-cylinder engine from the European Ford Kent, who developed a disgrace to America 86 hp . The choice of the power unit is conditioned by considerations of fuel economy. As options are available with 2.8-liter V6 Cologne and since 1975 - small by American standards, V8 4.9-liter. However, against the background of universal reduction in engine power and withdrawal from the market most of Muscle Cars new "Mustang" seemed fairly dynamic for its time, and low fuel consumption base "four" has attracted buyers who wanted to have a car with bright appearance and sporty image, but did not want to to pay more for insurance and gasoline - are also seen a return to the original concept Mustang'a.

Automobile has had trade designation Hardtop, however, he had a central rack, covered chrome strip, and the rear windows were firmly fixed in the opening - that is a real body, "two-door hardtop" just imitated. In fact, it was a coupe-Notchback. Along with the three-door hatchback coupe produced. Convertible was not present, there was only a modification based on the hatchback with a body napominyuschim targa - hardtop was made in the form of the letter T. suggested for luxe accessories from Ghia with a modified interior and vinyl top, as well as top-end Mach 1 with stosilnym engine V6. Later, there was a small V8 engine with 140 hp for a volume of 4.9 liters.

Structurally the car was close to the European model: had sprung rear suspension, rack and pinion steering, four-cylinder engine and four-manual transmission in the base. The engine was mounted on a separate subframe, reducing noise and vibration. Even many dimensions, especially the engines were metric, not inch.

From the point of view of modern fans, Mustang II is often regarded as a dark page in the history of the model. However, in the seventies this car waiting warm welcome from customers: Mustang II was one of the best selling in the history of the model. During the first four years of production each year to sell about 400,000 cars.
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Third generation (1979-1993)

A rare early version of the third generation with 4 lights (1979-1986 year)

In 1979, a new generation of Mustang. The technical basis of the car has become a platform Fox Platform, on the basis of which had already been established compact Ford Fairmont and Mercury Zephyr. Later, based on the same platform were created by Ford Thunderbird, Ford LTD, American Ford Granada, and even the Lincoln Continental in 1982, which has resulted in a high unification lineup. Appearance and size of the car looks like a European Fords that time and Sierra models of Scorpio. The base engine also were European, but, in contrast to European models, the Mustang in top trim staged V8 large enough.

After the second oil crisis of 1979, the production of motor «Ford Windsor 302 V8» (4,9 l) was dropped in favor of a new «Ford Windsor 255 V8» (4,2 l) with less fuel consumption. It was the only engine V8, which is offered in 1980 and 1981, and the weakest V8 (120 hp (89 kW)), ever puts on Mustang. This meant that «2,3 L Turbo 4" is the most efficient engine to date. But «Turbo 4" faced a lot of problems related to reliability - insufficient lubrication can result in premature turbocharger failure and even fire. He was listed as an option in 1981, but sales fell, and in 1982 it was only available in Canada.

Ford Mustang revival began in 1982 with the return of «Ford Windsor 302 V8» (4,9 l) in version «High Output», he developed 157 hp (117 kW), thanks to new valves, new shape of the combustion chamber, a large double chamber carburettor and improved intake and exhaust systems. Engine «3.8 L Essex V6» Ryadnov replaced six 3,3 L.

In 1983, after five years of production, the third generation, there have been some changes and improvements. Also, after a 10-year hiatus, was offered with a body Mustang convertible. Most convertibles were equipped with engine V6, although they were also made in 1001 with an engine modification GT V8. Mustang GT received a four-barrel carburetor and a new intake manifold, resulting in increased power to 175 hp (130 kW). The turbocharged four-cylinder (2.3 liter) is also back in the list of options (for version «Turbo GT», equipped with «Traction-Lok» - slip differential), but now with fuel injection and a capacity of 145 hp (108 kW).

20th anniversary of the release of Ford Mustang'a (in 1984) was released a limited edition version of the GT350, was approximately 5100 hatchbacks and convertibles. They were equipped with engines or 2,3 Turbo or 302 V8. 302 V8 engine has two variants - with four-barrel carburetor or with a new electronic fuel injection (165 hp (123 kW)). Also in 1984, a new rear suspension «Quadra Shock». From 1984 to 1986 he produced the version Mustang SVO, which had a more powerful turbocharged 2.3 liter inline engine power of 175 hp at first (130 kW) and then boosted to 205 hp (153 kW) in 1985 and 200 hp (149 kW) in 1986. Disc brakes on all wheels, 16-inch wheels and a rear spoiler are just some of the notable differences between «SVO» and the rest of the "Mustang". However, the high price, which was a thousand dollars more than the Mustang V8 GT, scared off many potential buyers.

In 1985, the Mustang GT got a new cylinder head, new quad Holley, new, more aggressive camshafts (only for models with a manual transmission), new exhaust manifold, and a pseudo-dual exhaust. Rated power was claimed 210 hp (157 kW). It was the last carbureted V8 for Mustang'a, in 1986 Ford released the first V8, which had multipoint fuel injection, 200 hp (150 kW).

In 1987, the car has undergone a substantial restyling since fans Mustang'a Ford cars share the third generation into two segments: 1979-1986 model year vehicles, which is popularly known as «foureyes», and cars 1987-1993, known as «aeronoses "because of the different look of the front of the car. The rear lights and rear windows lost lattice design elements. Production version of V6 was discontinued, and the 4-cylinder engine received fuel injection. With the new cylinder head V8 engine power jumped to 225 hp (410 Nm of torque).

Beginning in 1990, has become a standard driver's airbag. Ford is the only sign on the 25th anniversary of the Ford Mustang'a - small logo rushing horses gallop on all models built in the period from 27 March 1989 to the end of the 1990 model.

In 1992, 2.3L I4 engine received a revised cylinder head with two spark plugs per cylinder, increasing capacity from 88 to 105 hp

Production of Ford Mustang'a stopped in 1993, with the introduction of the fourth generation of Mustangs.
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Fourth generation (1994-2004)
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1994-1998

In 1994, the Mustang survived the first major redesign in 15 years. Design, code-named «SN-95", was based on an updated version of the rear-wheel drive platform «Fox», called «Fox-4." It was made in a completely new style, developed by Patrick Schiavone, and had some elements similar to the first Mustang.

1994 Mustang with a "rounded" body

The base model had a V-shaped 6-cylinder engine with 3.8 liters capacity of 145 (1994-1995) and 150 (1996-1998) hp (108 kW). Package GT was already 8-cylinder engine and 5-liter capacity 228 hp There was also a model with a five-liter Cobra engine with 240 hp (179 kW). Mustang is the third time was named "Car of the Year," the magazine Motor Trend magazine's.

In 1996, the 5-liter engine «Windsor» was replaced by 215-horsepower (160kW) 4.6-liter SOHC «Modular» V8, with two valves per cylinder. This engine was originally introduced in cars Lincoln and was part of the modernization program Ford'a range of engines.

In 1998, the capacity of the 4.6-liter engine has been increased to 225 hp (168 kW) due to more aggressive settings chip, slightly reworked fuel system and a louder exhaust pipes with larger diameters. It was last year, "inflated" Mustangs and the only year in which the buyer offers equipment «Sport», which included a black vinyl (regardless of the color of the car) on the hood and the famous triple twin taillights.
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1999-2004

Mustang in the style of New Edge.

Updated model with a design based on the concept of «New Edge», appeared in 1999. Most flowing lines available to the model 94-98 years, are gone, but the Mustang is still based on the platform of SN-95. The base model is still equipped with engine V6, 3.8 liter capacity. Thanks to the new cylinder head, intake and exhaust manifolds capacity increased compared to versions for dorestaylingovyh cars to 190 hp (142 kW) at 5250 r / min. And with the introduction of the 2001 intake manifold with variable geometry - up to 193 hp (144 kW) at 5500 r / min. Power GT-modification has been increased to 260 hp (194 kW) at 5250 r / min and torque - to 409 Nm at 4000 r / min by using new «Power Improved» (PI) cylinder heads, shafts, and the intake manifold. The new 16-valve 4.6-liter engine is more powerful engines used in 1996-1998. Mustang got a fuel line with a constant pressure associated with the PCM fuel pressure sensor.

The updated Cobra was a 320-hp engine with a 4.6 32-valve, independent rear suspension and modified front bumper and hood, which distinguished it from the version of the GT.

Now Mustang GT overcame Quarter 14 with a small seconds, a speed at the finish of 96 + miles / hour (for comparison, GT '1998 - 14,5 seconds at 93-95 miles / hour).

1999 and 2004 model years, was the anniversary of the model. At these times the machine off the production line with special nameplates on the front fenders: «35th Anniversary» and «40th Anniversary» respectively. Despite this, in 1999, the anniversary limited edition included only 4628 cars.

All were complete GT and differed from the other some changes in the external design.

In 2001 he published a limited edition accessories Bullitt, in honor of the eponymous film of 1968.

In 2003 returned to Mach 1, the roots of which grow out of the first generation of Mustangs. Cars in this series are equipped with engines V8 4,6 with increased compression, four camshafts and 32 valves. Intake air enters through a functional air intake in the center of the hood. In this configuration, the engine gave out 305 hp and let the machine run for Quarter 13.8 seconds at a speed of more than 102 at the output of miles / hour

Also in 2003, all models Cobra began installing 4.6 engines with mechanical supercharger Eaton. The return was not long in coming: 390 hp power and 530 Nm of torque. With the passage of such indicators quarter mile decreased to 13 seconds.
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The fifth generation 2005 - present

North American International Auto Show in 2004, Ford introduced a completely redesigned Mustang, code-named «S-197", which was based on a completely new platform D2C. Developed under the direction of Chief Engineer Hau Thai-Tang and designer Sid Ramnarace, seemingly repeats the fifth generation Mustang Mustang "fastback" of the late 1960s. Senior vice president of Ford's project, J Mays, called it "retro futurism." Fifth-generation Mustang is going in Flat Rock Michigan in a joint venture of Ford and Mazda (AutoAlliance International)

Ford Mustang Convertible V


The base model is equipped with Ford's engine size V6 of 4.0 liters with system timing SOHC, which replaces the 3.8 liter version used since 2004. The new engine delivers power 210 hp at 5300 rpm and torque of 325 Newton-meters at 3,500 rpm. This engine comes with a standard five-speed manual gearbox «Tremec T-5." Optional five-speed automatic is set «5R55S».

Mustang GT version allocates 4.6 L SOHC «Modular» V8 with 3 valves per cylinder and variable valve timing system VCT, which produces 300 hp (224 kW), revised suspension settings, large fog lights in the grille at the front and rear dual exhaust. In the 2005 version the approximate ratio of weight-to-power is 11.5 pounds per horsepower. Though the Mustang GT comes the same automatic transmission as the model V6, you can optionally install 5 speed manual Tremec 3650, with which you can use the extra power of the GT more efficiently. It is worth mentioning version "Shelby GT-H" (2006-2007), Shelby GT (2007-2008) as a subclass GT version with a slight increase in power and a certain design package, and Shelby GT500, sold in May 2006, equipped with a 5.4L engine 500 hp (370 KV)


Photo updated model in 2010, the production of which began in April 2009, were presented on the Internet before the show car at the auto show in Los Angeles.

Updated Mustang got a new body builder hardware (except the roof) and a more aggressive design. It looks more compact than their predecessors, but the actual size remained the same. In this case, the drag coefficient is reduced by 4% in the basic version and by 7% in the version GT. The car is made according to the design Peter'a Horbury - Director of the North American subsidiary of Ford. [1] Engine 4.6L v8 now provide power 315l.s. and the moment 441n.m. Engine 5.4L Shelby GT500 increased power to 540 hp

In addition, in 2011 the engine range refreshed: new 3.7L V6 with aluminum block with a capacity of 305 hp and torque 380n.m. replaces the basic 4-liter, thus making it easier for the car by 18 pounds. GT version received 32-valve engine with 5.0 liters (called Coyote 5.0) power of 412 hp (307 sq. m.) And 530 NM torque on gasoline with an octane rating of 91, or 402 hp (300 sq. m.) And 511 NM torque on gasoline with an octane rating of 87. However, some tests have shown that Ford underestimated the power of this engine, and the real power reaches 435 hp Engine 5.4L Shelby GT500 was an aluminum block, losing weight 46 kg. and increased to 550 hp power.

In 2012 he was presented the new Mustang Boss 302, the motor 302 Hi-Po Ti-VCT V8, is a version of Coyote 5.0 with increasing height lift valves and lightweight components, with a capacity of 444 hp (520 NM).



In the spring of 2012 were presented to the 2013 model year version: V6 and GT have air vents and grilles as the GT500 version 2011. Engine GT version will increase the power by 8 hp (Up to 420 hp (313 KV)). Shelby GT500 has a new 5.8L V8 engine capacity of 650 hp (494 KV) (a record for a motor v8) and a top speed of over 320 km / hr. LED front lights now standard, not an option. 6-speed automatic was able to manually switch (optional).