Ford Mustang
V8 pony car, from Boss 302 to the Dark Horse.
13 reviewers · 116 videos · 47 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and value, but split on handling and fun to drive.
across 13 reviewers
"It really handles these corners with so much poise."
Zygrene · ▶ 10:03"there's still an element of a little bit too much role but also just being a bit too stiff"
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 10:24"This engine is the star of the show. No doubt. This actually has the chassis to back it up."
Zygrene · ▶ 14:52"it's just not quite there a very incohesive package"
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 10:40"it drives like a bone stock car"
ThatDudeinBlue · ▶ 2:05"I think that 10-speed dramatically hurts this driving experience."
ShootingCars · ▶ 16:35Performance
4.5/513 of 13 reviewersstrong consensus“What a ridiculous engine.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 8:07“The Voodoo engine makes 526 horsepower and 429 lb ft of torque while revving to a sky-high 8,250 rpm.”
positive · Engineering Explained · ▶ 9:57“We're powered by none other than the Voodoo engine. That's a 5.2 L naturally aspirated V8 with a flat plane crank making 526 horsepower at 7500 RPM and 429 pound- feet at 4750 with an 8,250 RPM red line.”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 0:40Handling
4.0/513 of 13 reviewerssplit“It really handles these corners with so much poise.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 10:03“This to me is just the sweet spot of the coolest engines, one of the best overall handling packages.”
positive · Engineering Explained · ▶ 12:11“the steering is as good as the one le out here especially at the limit and that's high praise”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 30:13Fun to drive
4.5/513 of 13 reviewerssplit“This engine is the star of the show. No doubt. This actually has the chassis to back it up.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 14:52“From a driving perspective, it is just pure joy. It's just so delightful.”
positive · Engineering Explained · ▶ 17:10“Unlike any other muscle car that you'll ever drive, these GT 350s and the 350RS, they have this level of precision and delicacy to them that is so rare in American muscle cars.”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 7:07Daily drivability
3.5/513 of 13 reviewerssplit“it drives like a bone stock car”
positive · ThatDudeinBlue · ▶ 2:05“the visibility is far better than the Camaros I can see out the front and the sides so much better”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 10:20“the ride in comfort mode is still soft the seats are comfortable the visibility is great you can cruise in this car”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 6:59Value
4.0/513 of 13 reviewersconsensus“this car is a great performance bargain”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 13:28“The power per dollar out of a 5.0 Mustang GT is nearly impossible to beat in the car industry”
positive · ThatDudeinBlue · ▶ 0:00“The performance for the price is just amazing.”
positive · Engineering Explained · ▶ 17:51Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- MotorTrend
Hot Lap Video: How the Ford Mustang GTD Outsmarted and Outcornered 1,200-hp Supercars
◆Worth itThe Mustang GTD is a track-focused engineering marvel that excels in cornering and braking, though it currently lacks the raw power to dominate in straight-line speed against the absolute top-tier hypercars.
- Best for
- track enthusiasts who prioritize chassis balance and cornering precision over raw straight-line acceleration.
- Watch out
- significant power deficit compared to 1,200-hp rivals · heavy curb weight
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The State of American Performance: Shaking Down the USA’s Top Guns
◆Worth itAmerican performance is in a golden age, with these four vehicles demonstrating that whether through traditional muscle, hybrid hypercars, or electric luxury, the future of driving is exceptionally bright.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking the pinnacle of American engineering across different performance philosophies.
- Watch out
- Czinger 21C street harshness · Corvette ZR1X understeer · Mustang GTD fuel consumption
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2025 Ford Mustang GTD First Test: It’s Not Just About the Numbers
◆BuyThe Mustang GTD is a transformative vehicle that proves weight and price are secondary to engineering excellence; it is one of the best cars ever driven.
- Best for
- wealthy driving enthusiasts who prioritize track performance and engineering marvels.
- Watch out
- Extremely high price · Very heavy curb weight · Poor fuel economy and range
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