20. Shelby GT350
For those who want a classic screamer Mustang with a Shelby heritage, but with modern technology and unbelievable V8 performance, the new GT350R is the perfect choice. Despite the fact they based the Shelby on the Mustang GT, much of the car’s suspension, design, aero package, and engine were new.
However, the biggest single difference was the fantastic Voodoo engine, which has 5.2-liters of displacement, 526 HP and 429 lb-ft of torque. The main feature of this high-revving powerplant is the flat-plane crank technology. It allows the big V8 to scream to almost 9,000 rpm. It is the same technology the exotic manufacturers like Ferrari use.
However, this is the first time a muscle car has had such an advanced engine. Ford’s investment in the Shelby GT350R has paid off since the performance is mind-boggling with 3.9 seconds for 0 to 60 mph. But the numbers don’t do justice to this car.
These are the top Mustang milestones. They are 20 of the most significant Ford Mustangs they ever made. Which one appealed to you?