7. Ford Mustang GT Performance Pack 2
The new for 2018 Ford Mustang GT is one of the best muscle coupes around. In fact, you’ll find it on the lists of best driver’s cars you can currently buy. However, drivers had to wait for 2018 to fully enjoy the Performance Pack 2, which is an option on the GT. And it totally transforms this car and further enhances its qualities.
So, what does the “GT” stand for in the Mustang GT Performance Pack 2? GT means it has a 5.0-liter Coyote V8 with 460 HP and 420 lb-ft of torque. They mated it to a six-speed manual transmission in the best tradition of classic muscle cars. With the 0 to 60 mph times in the low four seconds range, the Performance Pack 2 is fast. But the numbers are just half of the story.
The essence of the Performance Pack is in the handling and braking. Add the fact it has less weight and a whole lot of driving dynamics, too. So, for $6,500 above the price of a regular GT, you will get some chassis and aerodynamic improvements, stiffer springs and beefier anti-roll bars. You’ll also get some performance tires, bigger brakes, racing seats and a lot more. With this package, the standard Mustang GT transforms from a great sports car into a fantastic driver’s machine.
Some car magazine editors think that Ford should’ve named this Performance Pack 2 the Boss 302 since it captures the same idea and they aimed it towards the same type of customers. So, if you are in the market for a performance version of the new Mustang and you can’t afford the Shelby GT350, the Performance Pack 2 is the perfect alternative. It offers almost the same level of performance and handling for a significantly lower price.