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stuffedbackseat May 1, 2012 07:58 PM

Shelby GT500 improved for 2013
 
Ford decided to up the ante on their 2013 Shelby GT500. They had 5 major ways in which they improved the car:
1. Increase in power. The GT500 will now sport a v8 motor that produces 635 hp.
2. Torque. It will have 631 ft pounds of torque. 395 of this will be available at 1,000 rpm and 90% will be available between 2,200 and 5,800.
3. Weight. Although they increased the hp, they kept the weight low, only adding just around 30 pounds to the car.
4. Gas Mileage. Although it didn't increase by much, the mpg went from 15/23 to 15/24, which is unexpected considering the increase in power.
5. Handling/Aerodynamics. Improved design and shape helped the GT500 to improve its aerodynamics. Ford was trying to maintain the GT500 as a sports car that handles well and not turn it into a muscle car that doesn't handle as well.

What do you guys think of this car? I think it's pretty awesome compared to 2011's.


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