2015 Shelby GT350 Mustang launched
Beneath the bonnet of the new 2015 Shelby GT350 sits Ford’s most powerful normally-aspirated production engine ever. A 5.2 litre V8, it produces more than 500 horsepower (370 kW) with around 540 Nm (400 lb/ft) of peak torque.
Helping to achieve that output are numerous modifications such as the reworked cylinder heads and valve gear. Furthermore a motorsport-inspired flat-plane crankshaft is fitted, which allows the firing order to alternate between both cylinder banks.
%2BFront%2BSide.jpg "Shelby GT350 (2015) Front Side")
Completing the drivetrain is a six-speed manual transmission and Torsen limited-slip differential. Although performance figures have yet to be released, Ford has confirmed that five different modes are available for the driver control system.
Chassis upgrades comprise a wider front track, recalibrated springs, a reduced ride height and continuously variable MagneRide dampers. Braking meanwhile is taken care of by cross-drilled iron discs that have been paired with Brembo calipers.
A completely redesigned front end, 19” alloy wheels shod with bespoke Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres and a subtle rear lip spoiler visually identify the GT350. Inside, a suitably sporty vibe is provided by Recaro front seats and a flat-bottom steering wheel.
Whether or not the Shelby GT350 ends up being produced in right-hand drive form remains to be seen, but for now the prospect is extremely unlikely.
%2BInterior.jpg "Shelby GT350 (2015) Interior")
%2BRear%2BSide.jpg "Shelby GT350 (2015) Rear Side")
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Helping to achieve that output are numerous modifications such as the reworked cylinder heads and valve gear. Furthermore a motorsport-inspired flat-plane crankshaft is fitted, which allows the firing order to alternate between both cylinder banks.
Completing the drivetrain is a six-speed manual transmission and Torsen limited-slip differential. Although performance figures have yet to be released, Ford has confirmed that five different modes are available for the driver control system.
Chassis upgrades comprise a wider front track, recalibrated springs, a reduced ride height and continuously variable MagneRide dampers. Braking meanwhile is taken care of by cross-drilled iron discs that have been paired with Brembo calipers.
A completely redesigned front end, 19” alloy wheels shod with bespoke Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres and a subtle rear lip spoiler visually identify the GT350. Inside, a suitably sporty vibe is provided by Recaro front seats and a flat-bottom steering wheel.
Whether or not the Shelby GT350 ends up being produced in right-hand drive form remains to be seen, but for now the prospect is extremely unlikely.
Related posts:
The new Ford Mustang at SEMA 2014
2015 NACTOY shortlists
Right-hand drive Mustang first view
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