You might have seen rumors on Fb and elsewhere a couple of mid-engine Mustang. Sounds considerably preposterous, no? What enterprise does Ford have constructing a Mustang — a secretary’s automobile, thoughts you — that competes with the C8 Corvette? Besides with the Mustang GTD, its sights are greater.

Droop any ideas Ford is bringing you a modern-day Pantera with a prancing horse caught on the entrance. As a correct pony automobile, Ford is introducing the Mustang GTD as one thing greater than only a step up from the Darkish Horse — it’s a Mustang reinvented. First proven to a small group in Las Vegas this previous Monday (together with our cohorts throughout the road at Barrett-Jackson), the Mustang GTD shall be a flagship, a supercar wrapped in a carbon fiber Mustang physique to tackle the Europeans at Le Mans in 2024.

GTD shall be in-built partnership with Multimatic, the identical partnership that led to (amongst different automobiles) the Ford GT. In truth, Multimatic was engaged on the GTD race automobile when Ford’s CEO, Jim Farley, proclaimed, “We want a avenue model of that.”

So, what are among the main options of this observe monster?

• 800-plus horsepower with dry sump system
• Rear transaxle
• Inboard, lively suspension
• Magnesium wheels
• Carbon ceramic brakes
• Titanium exhaust system
• Carbon fiber throughout, together with the large wing

The Mustang GTD is all about energy, braking, and steadiness. It’s a well-rounded machine that’s sturdy in all areas.

So, sure, the rumor a couple of mid-engine Mustang was true. No, it’s not going to have its engine relocated to the rear; relatively, the engine will keep up entrance however behind the entrance axle. Sure, it is possible for you to to purchase a duplicate of this homologation particular. No, we don’t know the associated fee to you, nor do we all know anything concerning the engine.

However, in case you’re a Mustang fan and have all the time dreamed of a road-going Mustang race automobile, then the Mustang GTD is your ticket.