Rapidcars - Exotic Car Pictures, Videos, Specifications, Spottings, Crashes, Forums and Reviews » FordRapidcars – Exotic Car Pictures, Videos, Specifications, Spottings, Crashes, Forums and Reviews

2010-2011 Ford Mustang Pictures and Specifications

Chris — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:00:36 +0000

Ford refreshed the Mustang for 2010, most noticeably the interior which has been heavily criticized in past years for having too much plastic. A number of exterior changes have also been made including new rear tail-lights and a power bulge in the hood. Power was also upgraded to 315hp in the GT thanks to a new cold-air intake system which now takes air from the grill as opposed to the wheel well.

For 2011 model, Ford introduced a new 5.0 liter V8 for the GT, putting out an impressive 412 horsepower and 390 ft.-lb. of torque. The new engine will be accompanied by "5.0" fender badges and a new engine cover also boasting the return of the "5.0".

2011 Ford Mustang GT Pictures

2010 Ford Mustang Pictures

Ford introduces 200mph 2013 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500

Chris — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 02:41:34 +0000

The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 is powered by an aluminum 5.8-liter supercharged V8 producing 650 horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque, making it the most powerful production V8 engine in the world. Yes, that's right the world.

200mph, a speed that used to be known only to the most exclusive supercars in the world has now been achieved by a Ford costing under $60,000 (most likely). And it doesn't even qualify for the gas guzzler tax.

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.

A larger, more-efficient supercharger flowing more air through the engine is key to helping produce the massive 650 horsepower. The new TVS series 2300 creates 2.3 liters of displacement and is a unique design to the 5.8-liter engine.

The entire cooling system has been significantly updated on the new 5.8-liter engine. It now includes a larger cooling fan, fan shroud with high-speed pressure-relief doors, a more efficient charge air cooler, a higher-flow intercooler pump and an intercooler heat exchanger with volume increased 36 percent.

What will Chevy counter with in 2013 with the ZL1? It's 580hp isn't looking so impressive anymore.

Video: Lotus Exige vs Ford Mustang on Top Gear

Chris — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 15:26:46 +0000

Video: 2011 BMW M3 vs 2011 Ford Mustang GT

Chris — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 15:30:00 +0000

At $25,000 less, can the Mustang keep up with the M3?

For the first time since 1968, the Boss is back!

Chris — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 20:06:02 +0000

Ford unveiled the new 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca and claims it can outpace the BMW M3. A very impressive feat indeed.

Ford built on the Mustang GT's impressive V8 and added even more power via a revised intake system. Helping the intake build power, revised camshafts using a more aggressive grind are actuated with the same twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) mechanism used on the Mustang GT. The result is 440 hp and 380 lb-ft. of torque. Ford included an upgraded race-inspired clutch and short-throw shifter for more control.

In keeping with the Boss mandate to provide the best-handling Mustang ever, the already strong Mustang GT suspension system has been further refined. Higher-rate coil springs on all four corners, stiffer suspension bushings and a larger-diameter rear stabilizer bar all contribute to the road racing mission, and Boss models are lowered by 11 millimeters at the front and 1 millimeter at the rear versus the Mustang GT. The real key to handling, though, is in the adjustable shocks and struts, standard on all Boss Mustang models.

"We've given drivers five settings for their shocks," says Brent Clark, supervisor of the Mustang vehicle dynamics team. "One is the softest, two is the factory setting and five is the firmest, and we've provided a wide range of adjustment. A customer can drive to the track on setting two, crank it up to five for improved response on the track, then dial down to one for a more relaxed ride home. What's unique is that drivers will find – thanks to the way the suspension works as a complete system – the softest setting isn't too loose and the firmest setting isn't too controlled; each step just provides additional levels of control."

Boss braking is also up to the challenge, using Brembo four-piston front calipers acting on 14-inch vented rotors up front. In the back, standard Mustang GT brakes are upgraded with a Boss-specific high-performance pad compound. Combined with vented brake shields and unique Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) tuning, Boss drivers get maximum control and rapid, repeatable fade-free stops in road and race situations alike.

2011 Ford Focus RS500 Pictures and Specifications

Chris — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:56:29 +0000

The RS500 features a 345hp turbocharged Inline 5 producing 339 lb-ft of torque. That's a lot of power for a FWD vehicle but Ford says not to worry. A key factor in the success of the latest generation Focus RS has been its advanced front wheel drive chassis, which combines a wider track, the unique ‘RevoKnuckle’ front suspension design and a Quaife helical limited slip differential to deliver responsive steering, outstanding traction and a minimum of unwanted torque steer.

The same chassis design has proved equally effective in handling the increased torque levels of the Focus RS500, and the specification is unchanged for this application, helping to retain the same sporting and responsive dynamic character which is central to the appeal of the acclaimed standard Focus RS.

This all allows the RS500 to dash from 0-60mph in 5.4 seconds, 0-100mph in 12.2 seconds and reach a top speed around 165mph.

The RS500 marks the end of production for the current generation Focus RS, with the last vehicles scheduled to leave Ford’s Saarlouis Assembly Plant in Germany during September 2010. All RS500s will feature the unique matt black 'foil' paint finish and will be for sale in Europe only.

Each RS500 will also carry a metal plaque on the centre console, hand-engraved with a unique identification number from 001 to 500.

Upload your own photos to the above gallery by using the box below:
[ngg_uploader id = 14]

2011 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 Pictures and Specifications

Chris — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:25:44 +0000

The 2011 Shelby GT500 is powered by an all-new aluminum-block 5.4-liter supercharged V-8 engine, which produces 550 horsepower and 510 ft.-lb. of torque, a 10 horsepower increase versus the 2010 model. The engine also is 102 pounds lighter than its predecessor, delivering a better power-to-weight ratio, improved fuel economy, acceleration, handling and steering precision.

This 2011 Shelby GT500 will be the first modern Shelby without the gas guzzler tax, thanks to the EPA-projected 23 mpg highway and 15 mpg city it will deliver. This is up from 22 mpg highway and 14 mpg city for the 2010 model.

2010 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 Pictures and Specifications

Chris — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:22:45 +0000

The 2010 Shelby GT500 delivers more horsepower and more torque than the outgoing model, thanks in part to advancements pioneered on the GT500KR. The 2010 Shelby GT500 is powered by a supercharged and intercooled 5.4-liter dual overhead cam V-8 engine expected to produce 540 horsepower and 510 foot-pounds of torque. The redline is 6,250 rpm. The car's aluminum power dome hood not only adds to the Shelby's appearance, it helps cool the engine through a hood extractor.

Numerous aerodynamic upgrades, including a redesigned splitter, were made to the front end resulting in increased downforce and reduced drag. Another obvious difference for the Shelby is the addition of racing stripes. Even the classic white shift knob - an icon of Shelby Mustang DNA from years past - received special attention. First, it had to be the traditional white. It also had to be specific to the Shelby. The answer was to combine the racing-stripes theme with the traditional "H" pattern found on shifters to create a one-of-a-kind knob. Like the exterior, the racing stripes wrap from end to end, encircling the knob.

The twin-disc clutch on the six-speed manual transmission has been significantly upgraded, improving drivability and NVH. The discs on the 2010 Shelby GT500 are larger - 250 mm in diameter compared with 215 mm in diameter on the outgoing model - and made of copper and fiberglass to make them more robust.

A unique component of the twin-disc system is the control of the intermediate disc. Rather than floating, it instead has six straps that control the engagement of the clutch, improving drivability.

2008 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500KR Pictures and Specifications

Chris — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:20:35 +0000

Celebrating the fortieth anniversary of the original Shelby Cobra GT500KR, Ford and Shelby collaborate on a new ‘King of the Road’ Mustang with the 2008 Shelby GT500KR. Ford Shelby GT500KR features an estimated 540-hp 5.4-liter supercharged V-8 with a Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack, 3.73:1 rear axle ratio, short-throw shifter, and unique suspension tuning. Exterior design draws inspiration from the classic Shelby KR Mustangs and features unique carbon composite hood, wheels, and special 40th Anniversary badging and unique striping.

Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a Tremec TR6060 six-speed manual transmission and 3.73:1 rear axle ratio, upgraded from the standard GT500’s 3.31:1. Gear selection is courtesy of an all-new Ford Racing short-throw shifter making its debut on the KR. Topped with a white ball, the new shifter is 25 percent shorter than the unit on the GT500 providing for crisper, sharper shifts.

Ford SVT, Ford Racing and Team Shelby worked together to develop the KR’s suspension tuning. Based on initial work by Ford Racing and the team at Shelby, often at Shelby’s own facility on the grounds of Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Ford SVT chassis engineers will apply fine tuning techniques to prepare it for the streets.

An exclusive run of 1000 units will make this among the most coveted of Mustangs.

2006 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500

Chris — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:17:42 +0000

Ford Shelby Mustang Cobra GT500 Convertible Pictures

Ford brings back the legendary GT500 featuring a 450 HP Supercharged V8 making the it most powerful production Mustang ever. The engine was first used in the limited production 2000 Mustang Cobra R and has been tuned for ever greater performance. Improvements such as revised shocks, spring rates and upgraded stabilizer bars help the GT500 stop and turn with the same authority as it goes. Price will be somewhere between $40-$50k when they go on sale in 2006. SVT also plans on introducing more specialty Mustangs in the near future. The convertible is under 125 pounds heavier than the coupe meaning fewer suspension modifications are required resulting in a very similar handling experience.

2006 Ford Shelby Mustang Cobra GT500 Specifications

Performance		Engine and Drivetrain
0-30: N/A 0-60: N/A 0-100: N/A 0-1/4 mile: N/A Top Speed: N/A Skidpad: N/A Slalom: N/A 0-100MPH-0: N/A Breaking 70MPH-0: N/A Breaking 100MPH-0: N/A		Supercharged V8 Horsepower: 450 Torque:450 lbs. Layout: Front Engine/RWD Displacement: 5409 cc Redline: 6000 RPM Transmission: 6 Speed manual
Dimensions		Miscellaneous
Weight: N/A Length: 118.0 in. Width: 73.9 Height: 55.7 Front Brakes: 14 in. Vented Brembo Disc Rear Brakes: 13 in. Vented Brembo Disc Front Wheels/Tires: 19x9.5 in. 255/45 R19 Rear Wheels/Tires: 19x9.5 in. 255/45 R19		Price: $40-50k EPA City/Highway: N/A