{"id":43017,"date":"2024-09-24T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-24T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=43017"},"modified":"2024-09-23T18:39:11","modified_gmt":"2024-09-24T01:39:11","slug":"fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Ford&#8217;s High-Performance Mustangs and Their Racing History"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Ford Mustang has long been an icon of American muscle, known for its powerful engines and racing pedigree. Over the years, Ford has introduced numerous high-performance variants of the Mustang, each one leaving a mark on the racetrack and in automotive history. This article takes a closer look at 15 of the most legendary high-performance Mustangs and their storied racing histories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#1965_Shelby_GT350\" title=\"1965 Shelby GT350\">1965 Shelby GT350<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#1969_Boss_429\" title=\"1969 Boss 429\">1969 Boss 429<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#1970_Boss_302\" title=\"1970 Boss 302\">1970 Boss 302<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#1984_Mustang_SVO\" title=\"1984 Mustang SVO\">1984 Mustang SVO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#1993_Mustang_SVT_Cobra\" title=\"1993 Mustang SVT Cobra\">1993 Mustang SVT Cobra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#2000_Mustang_Cobra_R\" title=\"2000 Mustang Cobra R\">2000 Mustang Cobra R<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#2003_Mustang_Mach_1\" title=\"2003 Mustang Mach 1\">2003 Mustang Mach 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#2007_Shelby_GT500\" title=\"2007 Shelby GT500\">2007 Shelby GT500<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#2012_Mustang_Boss_302\" title=\"2012 Mustang Boss 302\">2012 Mustang Boss 302<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#2015_Mustang_Shelby_GT350\" title=\"2015 Mustang Shelby GT350\">2015 Mustang Shelby GT350<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#2016_Mustang_Shelby_GT350R\" title=\"2016 Mustang Shelby GT350R\">2016 Mustang Shelby GT350R<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#2020_Mustang_Shelby_GT500\" title=\"2020 Mustang Shelby GT500\">2020 Mustang Shelby GT500<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#2021_Mustang_Mach_1\" title=\"2021 Mustang Mach 1\">2021 Mustang Mach 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#2008_Mustang_Bullitt\" title=\"2008 Mustang Bullitt\">2008 Mustang Bullitt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#1968_Mustang_Cobra_Jet\" title=\"1968 Mustang Cobra Jet\">1968 Mustang Cobra Jet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#10_Major_Reasons_Electric_Cars_Arent_Winning_Over_Americans\" title=\"10 Major Reasons Electric Cars Aren\u2019t Winning Over Americans\">10 Major Reasons Electric Cars Aren\u2019t Winning Over Americans<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/#13_Essential_Issues_to_Review_Before_Purchasing_a_Truck\" title=\"13 Essential Issues to Review Before Purchasing a Truck\">13 Essential Issues to Review Before Purchasing a Truck<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1965_Shelby_GT350\"><\/span><strong>1965 Shelby GT350<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1965-Shelby-GT350.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1965-Shelby-GT350.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1965-Shelby-GT350-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1965-Shelby-GT350-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The 1965 Shelby GT350 marked Ford\u2019s first collaboration with Carroll Shelby, resulting in a race-ready Mustang that quickly made a name for itself. Boasting a 289-cubic-inch V8 engine producing 306 horsepower, this model was designed to dominate SCCA competitions. Its lightweight construction and race-tuned suspension provided a distinct advantage on the track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1969_Boss_429\"><\/span><strong>1969 Boss 429<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1969-Ford-Mustang-Boss-429.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1969-Ford-Mustang-Boss-429.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1969-Ford-Mustang-Boss-429-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1969-Ford-Mustang-Boss-429-768x413.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Built with NASCAR in mind, the 1969 Boss 429 Mustang was a rare powerhouse, featuring a 429-cubic-inch V8 engine. While primarily a street car, its true purpose was to homologate the engine for racing. With over 375 horsepower under the hood, the Boss 429 was a formidable machine. Its limited production and direct ties to Ford&#8217;s racing efforts make it one of the most iconic Mustangs ever produced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1970_Boss_302\"><\/span><strong>1970 Boss 302<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/1970-Ford-Mustang-Boss-302.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/1970-Ford-Mustang-Boss-302.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/1970-Ford-Mustang-Boss-302-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/1970-Ford-Mustang-Boss-302-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The 1970 Boss 302 was designed to compete in the Trans-Am series, where it squared off against the Chevrolet Camaro. With a high-revving 302-cubic-inch V8 and a finely tuned chassis, the Boss 302 was built for speed and precision. Its prowess on the track was undeniable, culminating in a championship win in 1970.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1984_Mustang_SVO\"><\/span><strong>1984 Mustang SVO<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1984-Mustang-SVO-1024x687.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1984-Mustang-SVO-1024x687.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1984-Mustang-SVO-300x201.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1984-Mustang-SVO-768x515.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1984-Mustang-SVO.jpeg 1073w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Departing from the traditional V8 muscle, the 1984 Mustang SVO featured a turbocharged 2.3-liter inline-four engine, reflecting a shift towards efficiency and innovation. Developed by Ford\u2019s Special Vehicle Operations, the SVO was created to compete in international racing series where smaller, turbocharged engines dominated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1993_Mustang_SVT_Cobra\"><\/span><strong>1993 Mustang SVT Cobra<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1993_Ford_SVT_Mustang_Cobra_R_7446033324-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1993_Ford_SVT_Mustang_Cobra_R_7446033324-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1993_Ford_SVT_Mustang_Cobra_R_7446033324-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1993_Ford_SVT_Mustang_Cobra_R_7446033324-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1993_Ford_SVT_Mustang_Cobra_R_7446033324-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/1993_Ford_SVT_Mustang_Cobra_R_7446033324.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The 1993 Mustang SVT Cobra introduced enthusiasts to Ford&#8217;s Special Vehicle Team (SVT), which focused on high-performance, street-legal cars. Powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine delivering 235 horsepower, the SVT Cobra offered significant improvements in handling and braking over its predecessors. Its balanced performance made it a popular choice among racers, leading to success in IMSA GT and other racing series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2000_Mustang_Cobra_R\"><\/span><strong>2000 Mustang Cobra R<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2000-Ford-Mustang-SVT-Cobra-R.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20147\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2000-Ford-Mustang-SVT-Cobra-R.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2000-Ford-Mustang-SVT-Cobra-R-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2000-Ford-Mustang-SVT-Cobra-R-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2000-Ford-Mustang-SVT-Cobra-R-480x360.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Ford took no shortcuts with the 2000 Mustang Cobra R, equipping it with a 5.4-liter V8 engine producing 385 horsepower. Stripped of non-essential features for weight reduction, the Cobra R was purpose-built for road racing. Its race-tuned suspension, large brakes, and aerodynamic modifications made it a formidable contender on the track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2003_Mustang_Mach_1\"><\/span><strong>2003 Mustang Mach 1<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2003-Mustang-Mach-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43018\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2003-Mustang-Mach-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2003-Mustang-Mach-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2003-Mustang-Mach-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Sicnag \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:2003_Ford_Mustang_Mach_1_Coupe_(14370242858).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Bringing back a classic, the 2003 Mustang Mach 1 blended retro styling with modern performance, making it an instant hit. Under the hood, a 4.6-liter V8 engine churned out 305 horsepower, while the shaker hood and performance suspension enhanced its appeal. Though primarily designed for street use, the Mach 1 proved itself in drag racing and other motorsport events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2007_Shelby_GT500\"><\/span><strong>2007 Shelby GT500<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"597\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2007-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT500-1024x597.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6057\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2007-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT500-1024x597.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2007-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT500-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2007-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT500-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2007-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT500.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The 2007 Shelby GT500 marked a return to Shelby\u2019s roots, with a supercharged 5.4-liter V8 engine delivering an impressive 500 horsepower. Developed in collaboration with Carroll Shelby, this model was as much a track monster as it was a street machine. The GT500\u2019s powerful engine, combined with its aggressive styling, quickly earned it a place in the hearts of enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2012_Mustang_Boss_302\"><\/span><strong>2012 Mustang Boss 302<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2012-Ford-Mustang-Boss-302-Laguna-Seca-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20149\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2012-Ford-Mustang-Boss-302-Laguna-Seca-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2012-Ford-Mustang-Boss-302-Laguna-Seca-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2012-Ford-Mustang-Boss-302-Laguna-Seca-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2012-Ford-Mustang-Boss-302-Laguna-Seca-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2012-Ford-Mustang-Boss-302-Laguna-Seca.jpg 1599w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Reviving a legend, the 2012 Mustang Boss 302 was designed to excel both on the road and the track. Its 5.0-liter V8 engine produced a robust 444 horsepower, complemented by a race-tuned suspension and a unique exhaust system. Extensive testing on racetracks proved its capabilities, with the Boss 302 shining in events like the Pirelli World Challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2015_Mustang_Shelby_GT350\"><\/span><strong>2015 Mustang Shelby GT350<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2015-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT350.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2015-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT350.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2015-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT350-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2015-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT350-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Ford engineered the 2015 Mustang Shelby GT350 to be the ultimate track-focused Mustang. Equipped with a 5.2-liter V8 engine featuring a flat-plane crank, the GT350 generated 526 horsepower. Advanced aerodynamics, a finely tuned suspension, and powerful brakes made this model a favorite in road racing circuits like the IMSA Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2016_Mustang_Shelby_GT350R\"><\/span><strong>2016 Mustang Shelby GT350R<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2016-ford-shelby-gt350r.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2016-ford-shelby-gt350r.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2016-ford-shelby-gt350r-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/2016-ford-shelby-gt350r-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The 2016 Shelby GT350R took performance to new heights, stripping out unnecessary weight and adding race-focused components. Retaining the GT350\u2019s 5.2-liter V8 engine, the GT350R emphasized speed and handling through lightweight carbon-fiber wheels and a more aggressive suspension. This track-focused beast excelled in time attack and endurance races, earning its reputation as a no-compromise performance machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2020_Mustang_Shelby_GT500\"><\/span><strong>2020 Mustang Shelby GT500<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"597\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2020-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT500-1024x597.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6070\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2020-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT500-1024x597.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2020-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT500-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2020-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT500-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2020-Ford-Mustang-Shelby-GT500.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As the most powerful Mustang ever, the 2020 Shelby GT500 boasted a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 engine, delivering an astonishing 760 horsepower. With advanced aerodynamics, a dual-clutch transmission, and massive brakes, the GT500 was built for both drag racing and road courses. Its performance in various motorsport events set new benchmarks for the Mustang\u2019s capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2021_Mustang_Mach_1\"><\/span><strong>2021 Mustang Mach 1<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_2042019077-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_2042019077-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_2042019077-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_2042019077-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The 2021 Mustang Mach 1 paid homage to its heritage while incorporating the latest performance technology. Powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine with 480 horsepower, it borrowed components from the Shelby GT350 and GT500, making it a formidable track contender. Designed to excel on both the street and the track, the Mach 1\u2019s performance was tested and proven in various motorsport settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2008_Mustang_Bullitt\"><\/span><strong>2008 Mustang Bullitt<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2008-Mustang-Bullitt.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43020\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2008-Mustang-Bullitt.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2008-Mustang-Bullitt-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2008-Mustang-Bullitt-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Ken Morris \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/kingston-nova-scotia-canada-august-24-1558809920\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The 2008 Mustang Bullitt was a tribute to the iconic movie car, combining subtle design cues with modern performance enhancements. Featuring a 4.6-liter V8 engine producing 315 horsepower, the Bullitt was built to deliver a driver-focused experience. Its emphasis on handling and balance made it popular in club racing and autocross events. This model is celebrated for its unique blend of nostalgia and performance, keeping the Bullitt legacy alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1968_Mustang_Cobra_Jet\"><\/span><strong>1968 Mustang Cobra Jet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1968-Ford-Mustang-Cobra-Jet.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1968-Ford-Mustang-Cobra-Jet.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1968-Ford-Mustang-Cobra-Jet-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1968-Ford-Mustang-Cobra-Jet-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Introduced in the 1968 model year, the Mustang Cobra Jet was a purpose-built drag racer, featuring a 428-cubic-inch V8 engine. With over 400 horsepower, the Cobra Jet quickly became a force to be reckoned with on the drag strip. Ford developed this model specifically to dominate NHRA competitions, where it set multiple records and won numerous titles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/15-fords-high-performance-mustangs-and-their-racing-history\/\">MyCarMakesNoise<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>15 Strangest Racecar Designs Ever Created<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"438\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Marcos-LM600.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24864\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Marcos-LM600.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Marcos-LM600-300x131.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Marcos-LM600-768x336.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Photosorensen \/\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/silkeborg-denmark-may-7-2017-danish-636234740\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Motorsports often showcase sleek designs built for speed and efficiency, but some engineers have boldly stepped off the beaten path, crafting racecars that defy traditional concepts. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-weirdest-racecar-designs-ever-made\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Major_Reasons_Electric_Cars_Arent_Winning_Over_Americans\"><\/span>10 Major Reasons Electric Cars Aren\u2019t Winning Over Americans<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Limited-Charging-Infrastructure.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Limited-Charging-Infrastructure.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Limited-Charging-Infrastructure-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Limited-Charging-Infrastructure-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Chizhevskaya Ekaterina \/\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/white-hills-arizona-april-14-2024-2462201843\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Electric vehicles are heralded as the future of transportation, offering a cleaner and more sustainable alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars. Yet, they continue to face significant hurdles in capturing the hearts and minds of American consumers. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/big-reasons-electric-cars-fail-to-impress-americans\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Essential_Issues_to_Review_Before_Purchasing_a_Truck\"><\/span>13 Essential Issues to Review Before Purchasing a Truck<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Social-Dynamics.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24616\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Social-Dynamics.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Social-Dynamics-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Social-Dynamics-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Lazor \/\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/handsome-happy-men-driver-beard-smiling-695236519\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Trucks are often lauded for their strength and versatility, but they aren\u2019t without their shortcomings. Understanding issues like lower fuel efficiency and the practical challenges of handling a larger vehicle can help you decide whether a truck is the right choice for your driving needs. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/issues-to-consider-before-buying-a-truck\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Ford Mustang has long been an icon of American muscle, known for its powerful engines and racing pedigree. 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