On September 14, 2022, Ford introduced the seventh-generation Mustang at the North American International Auto Show, in a special event called "The Stampede".[9][10] As part of its introduction, multiple track-only models were showcased, such as a NASCAR Cup Series body, a V8 Supercar version, multiple GT racing versions, among others. Also announced was the addition of the “Dark Horse” series. Bridging the gap between the Mach 1 and now-discontinued GT350, the Dark Horse performs much the same role as the 2012-2013 Boss 302 Mustangs— a street legal car with enhanced performance on road courses around the world.
The 2.3L EcoBoost engine was fully redesigned with new twin-scroll turbochargers and an electronic waste gate. It utilizes both direct and port fuel injection.
The fourth-generation 5.0L Coyote V8 engine received internal revisions, and utilizes dual air intakes and throttle bodies.
2024 Mustang Dark Horse Front2024 Mustang Dark Horse Rear
The Dark Horse model received a modified version of the 5.0L V8 featuring a unique crankshaft and forged piston connecting rods from the sixth-generation Shelby GT500.
Model
Model year
Engine Displacement
Power
Torque
Compression Ratio
EcoBoost
2024–
137.5 cu in (2,253 cc) I4
315 hp (235 kW) @ 5,500 rpm
350 lb⋅ft (475 N⋅m) @ 3,000 rpm
10.6:1
GT (Europe)
2024–
307.4 cu in (5,037 cc) V8
448 hp (334 kW) @ 7,150 rpm
397 lb⋅ft (538 N⋅m) @ 4,900 rpm
12:1
GT
2024–
307.4 cu in (5,037 cc) V8
480 hp (358 kW) @ 7,150 rpm
418 lb⋅ft (567 N⋅m) @ 4,900 rpm
12:1
GT (with active exhaust)
2024–
307.4 cu in (5,037 cc) V8
486 hp (362 kW) @ 7,250 rpm
418 lb⋅ft (567 N⋅m) @ 4,900 rpm
12:1
Dark Horse (Europe)
2024–
307.4 cu in (5,037 cc) V8
453 hp (338 kW) @ 7,250 rpm
397 lb⋅ft (538 N⋅m) @ 4,900 rpm
12:1
Dark Horse
2024–
307.4 cu in (5,037 cc) V8
500 hp (373 kW) @ 7,250 rpm
418 lb⋅ft (567 N⋅m) @ 4,900 rpm
12:1
Transmissions
At launch, three transmissions were offered: a Getrag 6-speed manual (GT only), a Tremec 6-speed manual (Dark Horse only), or a 10-speed automatic transmission. The following tables show the gear ratios for the 6-speed manual and 10-speed automatic transmissions.[11]
The Mustang Dark Horse S is a track-only version of the streetcar. It has had all non-essential parts stripped away, and an FIA certified rollcage added, as well as race seats and a racing steering wheel.[12]
Mustang GTD
Mustang GTD
On August 17, 2023, Ford unveiled the Mustang GTD, a street-version of their GT3 race car, for the 2025 model year. This model incorporates an aerodynamic design and a supercharged 5.2L "Predator" V8 (from the previous generation Shelby GT500) with a rear-mounted trans-axle. It makes 815 horsepower and 664 pounds-feet of torque, and has a top speed of 202 MPH.[13][14]
In 2022, Ford Performance announced the development of a GT3 Ford Mustang based on the Dark Horse model, built by Ford and Multimatic. It was revealed in 2023 and races in the IMSA SportsCar Championship and FIA WEC. This means the Mustang raced at Le Mans for the first time since 1997 after a 27 year absence. German Racing Team Proton Competition were the first customer team to run the new Mustang GT3 in the WEC.[15]
At the 2022 Bathurst 1000, Ford revealed the Ford Mustang GT Supercar, which was initially built by Ford and Dick Johnson Racing, to conform to the Gen3 regulations.[19]
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