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Ford. Mustang Shelby. - Racing modification that has become a cult car Ford Mustang, created in the Atelier of the Racherler and Talented Engineer Carroll Shelby
Ford Mustang Shelby 1964-1970
Background appearance
After release first Ford. Mustang in 1964, this model began truly feverish demand, but for the purpose of the company there were not only sales of basic modification, but also competition with other Muscle Car.
Therefore, shortly after the car's output to the market (in April 1965) there was a presentation of the racing modification of Mustang - GT. From the basic version, it was distinguished by the changed settings of the chassis and steering control, dual exhaust, a special design of the release, disc brakes On the front axle, bright body coloring and, naturally, more powerful engines.
Ford Mustang Shelby GT-350
In the same 1965, the famous Artelier of the Carrier Carroll Shelby is taken for business. As a result, a modification of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT-350, equipped with a 8-cylinder forced engine operating on gasoline, with a V-shaped cylinder layout. This made it possible to bring its power up to 306 liters. With., Moreover, such a powerful car is freely sold by Ford dealers - it could buy it anyone. But besides it was released and racing ford version Mustang Shelby GT-350R, the power of which was 54 liters. from. and reached 360 liters. from.
FORD MUSTANG SHELBY GT-350 1966
In 1966, another serious modernization of the SHELBY modification was held. The designers were left under the hood of the car former, 8-cylinder power unit, but PAXton was added to its design - a mechanical supercharger. He significantly increased the return of the engine - up to 420-430 liters. p. However, it was reached by such a peak in a fairly narrow range of revolutions.
In addition, the SHELBY 1966 modification was equipped with an automatic transmission, and its body was chosen in one of the 4 available colors.
Photo: Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 KR (1968)
Ford Mustang Shelby GT-500 1967-1968
The appearance of this model was real thanks to the breeding public, which required the most powerful and fast cars. By this time, Ford Mustang survived the restylig, as a result of which he became longer, wider and massive. A number of body panels replaced - air dividers appeared, which were added by designers to decorative air intakes placed nearby rear wheels. In addition, Fastbek has changed the slope of the stern - from now on the roof and rear glass Lailed in the same plane.
Naturally, Carroll Shelby could not miss such a case, and soon his atelier presented the world a new Ford Mustang Shelby GT-500, equipped with a 7-liter engine with the 8th cylinders, which was produced at 335 liters. from. It is noteworthy that for the installation of such a massive and overall power unit on Mustang, it was necessary to slightly lengthen the engine compartment.
Photo: Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Cobra (1969)
At the beginning of 1968, the model was modernized, as a result of which the car began to be equipped with 427-engines, the power of which reached 390 liters. from. But in April 1968, Ford Mustang Shelby GT-350 and Ford Mustang Shelby GT-500 are officially renamed to Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra. In addition, the version of Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra began to be sold and in the body of a convertible.
They occur their equipment with new, powerful power units - 428 Cobra Jet. They implemented the principle of RAM AIR (air intake technology), as well as valves of a special design (plates of larger area than usual). Such measures allowed to raise the power of the engine to 350 liters. p., and experts noted that it is able to develop 410 liters. from.
It is worth considering the fact that already in 1967 Carroll Shelby moves away from affairs, refusing to participate in the development of new powerful versions of Ford Mustang Shelby. As a result, he sold his right to release Ford Mustang Shelby Corporation Ford.
Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra and Ford Mustang Boss 1969-1970
These years rivalry Ford with Chevrolet Camaro. Switched to the racing plane. So, in order to draw up a decent Competition Camaro Z / 28 at the next stage of TRANS AM racing, an installation was implemented on the version of BOSS 302 429-X engines, developing power in 290 liters. from.
But very soon Ford decides to take part in the prestigious NASCAR races, for which the new Ford Mustang Boss 429 is built, equipped with the V-shaped "eight" outstanding 375 liters. from. and 611 Nm of torque, and this peak was available on average range - by 3,400 revolutions. Naturally, such measures forced to change and exterior of the model. So, Ford Mustang Boss 429 received more spectacular, extended wheeled arches, and an impressive air intake on the hood.
It is also worth noting another design features of Ford Mustang BOSS 429. A significant part of the components of the power unit was made from light alloys. Due to the presence of such an oven and heavy engine, the front suspension had to modernize. This manifested itself in a decrease of 25 mm double transverse levers, as well as in shifting the place of attachment of shock absorbers. Also, Ford Mustang Boss 429 acquired a new radiator (oil type), a 4-speed gearbox and a luxurious interior.
In addition to the power units, the SHELBY version received the FMX transmission (hydromechanical), which was distinguished by the fact that the transmission in it could be shifted both manually and automatically.
In 1970, the history of Ford Mustang Shelby, as well as the modifications of BOSS 302 and BOSS 429, are interrupted for a long time - the resumption of the SHELBY issue took place only in 2006. Of course, this does not mean that all the time Ford has not released powerful models - they were versions of Mach and Cobra.
Ford Mustang Shelby 2006 - modernity ...
SHELBY GT-H and SHELBY GT
2006, at this time there is a revival of SHELBY modifications. First they are sold simply as the versions of the GT racing model - Shelby GT-H (in 2006 and 2007) and Shelby GT (in 2007 and 2008). Cars were completed with 8-cylinder 4.6 L SOHC "Modular" (3 valves per cylinder), developing thanks to the VCT system (changing phases of gas distribution) 300 liters. from. SHELBY configurations differ from simple GT with various design elements and minor power growth.
SHELBY GT500 and SHELBY GT500KR
Already in May 2006, a Shelby GT500 comes to the market, which is completed with a 500-strong, 5.4 liter V8. She has sports chairs, natural skin and designer elements giving a car sports style.
In 2006, the Presentation of Ford Shelby GT500KR, equipped with the same 5,4-liter V8, but from 540 liters. from. Also, almost the entire body was changed (except the roof) - the exterior became more dynamic and sports.
Photo: Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Cobra (2013)
Mustang Boss 302 and Shelby GT500
And in 2012, Mustang Boss 302, equipped with an 8-cylinder Hi-PO 302 Ti-VCT, outstanding 444 liters. from. In principle, it is the same Coyote 5.0, but deeply upgraded - the weight of a number of components was significantly reduced, and the height of the lifting of the valves was significantly reduced.
And in 2012, a new version of Shelby GT500 appeared, with a new V8 of 5.8 liters and a capacity of 662 liters. from. - So far, this is a record indicator for V8. Accepted such a shelby GT500 to 320 km / h.
In 2013, Ford Shelby GT500 Cobra 2013 was created in memory of Carroll Shedbi with a power of 850
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Ford was founded in 1903 by Henry Ford, who created it, receiving $ 28,000 from five investors on business development. Ford received fame as the world's first applied classic car assembly conveyor. The first mass recognition of the model produced by the company became Ford Model T, produced in 1908-1926.
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY.
Production: 1964 - Present
Class: Pony Car / Muscle Car
Body type: 2-door coupe / 3-door hatchback
Designer: David Ash (David Ash) and John Oros (John OROS)
Engines:
Carburetor, 4-stroke / monovprysk / injector
170th (2.8 L) V6 74 kW, 101 hp 1964-66.
200th (3.3 l) V6 88 kW; 120 hp 1964-70
289th (4.8 l) V8 166 kW; 225 hp Dual carburetor 1964-68
289th GT350 (4.8 L) V8 to 220 kW; up to 300 hp Four-chamber carburetor 1964-68
390th (6.4 l) V8 239 kW; 325 hp Four-chamber carburetor 1967-70
427th (7.0 l) V8 287 kW; 390 hp Four-chamber carburetor 1967-68
428th GT500 (7.0 L) V8 to 404 kW; up to 550 hp Four-chamber carburetor 1967-70
250th (4.1 l) V6 114 kW; 155 hp 1969-73
302th (4.1 l) V8 162 kW; 220 hp Dual carburetor 1969-73
302 BOSS (5.0 l) V8 213 kW; 290 hp Four-chamber carburetor 1969-73
351 2V (5.8 l) V8 184 kW; 250 hp Dual carburetor 1969-73
351 4V (5.8 l) V8 215 kW; 290 hp Four-chamber carburetor 1969-73
429 Super Cobra Jet (7.0 L) V8 276 kW; 375 hp Four-chamber carburetor 1969-70
Ford 2.3L (2.3 L) V4 63 kW; 86 hp 1974-78
FORD COLOGNE (2.6 L) V6 92 kW; 125 hp 1974-78
Ford Windsor 302 (4.9 L) V8 103 kW; 140 hp 1974-93.
PINTO I4 (2.3 L) V4 65 kW; 88 hp 1979-83
Turbo i4 (2.3 l) V4 97 kW; 132 hp 1979-83
COLOGNE (2.8 L) V6 80 kW; 109 hp 1979-83
I6 (3.3 l) v6 62 kW; 85 hp 1979-83
ESSEX (3.8 L) V6 82 kW; 112 hp 1979-83
ESSEX FUEL INJECTION (3.8 L) V6 103 kW; 140 hp Monovpromsk 1979-83
255th (4.2 l) V8 88 kW; 120 hp 1979-83
Windsor High Output 302 (4.9) V8 115 kW; 157 hp Dual carburetor 1979-93
Ford (3.8 L) V6 107 kW; 145 hp Injector 1994-98
Ford (5.0 l) V8 168 kW; 228 hp Injector 1994-95
Ford Cobra (5.0 l) V8 177 kW; 240 hp Injector 1994-95
Ford (4.6 L) V8 158 kW; 215 hp Injector 1996-98
Ford Cobra (4.6 L) V8 224 kW; 305 hp Injector 1996-98
Ford Cobra R (5.8 l) V8 220 kW; 300 hp Four-chamber carburetor 1996-98.
SOHC (4.0 l) V6 154 kW; 210 hp Injector 2005-2014
SOHC (4.6 L) V8 220 kW; 300 hp Injector 2005-2014
Shelby GT500 (5.4 l) V8 367 kW; 500 hp Injector 2006th time
Shelby GT-H (4.6 L) V8 239 kW; 325 hp Injector 2006th time
Shelby GT500KR (5.4 L) V8 400 kW; 540 hp Injector 2006th time
EcoBoost (2.3 l) i4 227 kW; 305 hp 2015th time
SOHC (3.7 l) V6 220 kW; 300 hp Injector 2015th time
SOHC (5.0 l) V8 313 kW; 420 hp Injector 2015th time
Characteristics:
Original Road Testing with 427 Engine (1967)
Drag racing 1/4 mi \u003d 10c at 213 km / h
Maximum speed \u003d 134 mph (216 km / h)
Original Road Testing with 428 Engine (1969)
Maximum speed \u003d 157 mph (253 km / h)
Original road tests with 429 engine (1969)
Drag racing 1/4 mi \u003d 13.6c at 170 km / h
Original Road Testing with SOHC V6 Engine (2005)
0-100 km / h \u003d 7.3 seconds
Maximum speed \u003d 206 km / h
Original road tests with gT-H engine V8 (2006)
0-100 km / h \u003d 4.9 seconds
Maximum speed \u003d 243 km / h
Original Road Testing with Engine GT500KR V8 (2006)
0-100 km / h \u003d 4.2 seconds
Maximum speed \u003d 263 km / h
Transmission:
1964-1978:
4-speed mechanical
1979-1993:
4-speed mechanical
5-speed mechanical
3-speed automatic
1994-2004:
5-speed mechanical
6-speed mechanical
4-speed automatic
2005-2014
5-speed mechanical
5-speed automatic
2015th time
6-speed mechanical
6-speed automatic
Drive unit:
Classic, rear
Dimensions:
Length: 4613 mm
Width: 1735 mm
Height: 1344 mm
Wheel base: 2743 mm
Curb weight: 1200 kg
About car
Ford Mustang - Car Segment Pony Car manufactured by Ford Motor Company.
The first option (1964/65 - 1973) was created on the basis of the family sedana Ford. Falcon. The first serial Mustang came down from the conveyor on March 9, 1964 as a model of 1965 (in the collectors' medium relative to the "Mustangs" of the issue until the autumn of 1964, the unofficial designation "Model 1964 1/2") is used). On April 17, the car was represented by the public in New York, and on April 19 - is shown in all three US broadcasting networks. The promotion of the car was accompanied by an active advertising campaign. It was one of the most successful prime ministers in the history of the automotive industry. For the first 18 months more than a million Mustangs were sold.
The first prototype of the car under the motto is Mustang (1962) was a double middle-door roadster in the spirit of European sports cars with extremely unusual, futuristic design.
However, there was a weak interest in the concept from the public, and the conceptually similar double (more precisely, imitating the doubleness due to the removable plastic fairing over the rear seat) Ford Thunderbird Sports Roadster Sale Sales; But the sports versions of the Falcon Sprint Falcon Sprint turned out to be very attractive for consumers, which combined a family sedan with a brighter appearance and several improved dynamics.
1964-1973
Ford Mustang Convertible 1964 The first Mustang left the conveyor in the morning of March 9, 1964, and by the end of the same year 263,434 cars were sold. In mid-1965, a model was presented in the Fastbak body aimed against the competitive model of Plymouth Barracuda and looking a harmonious basic compartment. Very attractive outwardly, a car with a body of a cabriolet.
As the basis of the design, the stylistic "key" of a successful luxury coupe of Continental Mark II of the mid-fifties, with its characteristic proportions with a long hood and a short trunk and a plastic of the sidewall body with a breakfast in the area of \u200b\u200bthe rear wheel arches. However, compared to him, the appearance of Mustang was less strict and more dynamic.
The design was considered to be very successful, although unconventional for America - even the opinions were expressed that in this respect "Mustang" with its clean lines relative to the compact body and a moderate amount of chrome in the decoration was closer to European, and not to the massive American models of those Years with excessive size characteristic and excessive hobby with brilliant ornaments.
From a technical point of view, the car was not revealed.
The base engine was a well-known six-cylinder power unit from Ford Falcon, bold up to 170 cubic inches (~ 2.8 l), it was completed with three-step mechanical or two and three-stepped variasts.
The front suspension was generally borrowed from the same "Falken", and structurally represented a variant of the usual parallelogram suspension on two transverse levers - at the same time, the shock absorber in the spring block was brought out of the space between the levers and is located above the top lever. Such a suspension (in America it is called "Double-Wishbone") was a bit more compact than the usual parallelogram, in particular, released a place for large engines V8. The transverse stability stabilizer was offered as an option.
The rear suspension was dependent, with longitudinal semi-elliptic springs and a tough beam of the leading bridge.
The brakes in the database were drum on all wheels, the vacuum amplifier was offered as an option. I tried the picture a worm steering wheel with circulating balls from "Falken" with a large gear ratio (the hydraulic steering wheel in those years was in this class with a relatively low-rated option).
As a result, although the handling and challenges of the car were better than the base model - "Falken" - due to the lower center of gravity and changed the chassis settings, but slightly.
Ford Mustang 1965. In 1965, separate adjustable driver and passenger seats were introduced into the standard Mustang interior, AM radio, switching lever on the floor. Sun visors, mechanical remote control of the mirror, floor console and an inseparable front seat were also optionally available. Also, one of the interior options was "Rally-Pac": a clock and a tachometer with fastening on the steering column.
In April 1965, buyers offered the GT package, it was included in it: a configured suspension, a clearer steering, front disc brakes, dual graduation system and special body color.
Ford Shelby GT350 1966 Particularly powerful modification from the famous Atelier Carol Shelby - Shelby GT350 - was produced in the Fastback body, the 289th V8 engine was completed, forced to 306 hp. And sold in the salons to anyone who wants.
Ford Mustang 1966. In 1966, the basic Mustang became equipped with a 120-strong engine with an inline position of six cylinders and a 200 cubic inches volume (3.2 liters). In the form of options, three 289-engine V8 engine were available, with a capacity of 200 to 271 hp. The SHELBY GT350 version was now available in four colors, with automatic transmission and mechanical PAXTON supercharger, which allowed to increase the power to 420-430 hp at the reach of a certain revolution. Also in 1966, Mustang was one of the first to get a mono car radio with AM / FM bands, and sunscreen visors became standard equipment.
When Ford Mustang sales began in Germany, it was found that this name was already registered. The German company suggested selling rights for $ 10,000. Ford refused and deleted the "Mustang" icon, calling it for the German market as "T-5".
1967-1968
Ford Mustang 1967. By the 1967 model year, Mustang added in length and height, respectively, the transformation has undergone most body panels. The front began to look more "aggressively", the fastbeck has changed, which has a rear window and the lid of the trunk was now located on the same line.
Ford Mustang 427 Drag 1967 Ford Mustang GT 390, who remembered by many of the Bullitt art film, was created for equivalent competition with Chevrolet Camaro SS 396. The market demanded powerful cars, and Carol Shelby could not respond and presented the Shelby GT500 - even more powerful modification of Mustang. Under the hood of the novelty stood 7000-cubic V8, developing 335 hp In 1968, Mustang received a simpler radiator grille and 427th engines, with a capacity of 390 hp, who well showed themselves on the street. In the same year, April 1, Ford announced its one of the most famous engines - 428 Cobra Jet, with plates of larger square valves and Ram Air Air Force System, which at 550 hp. Easily developed all 610. From the same year, the GT350 and GT500 modifications were called Shelby Cobra, and the body of a convertible became available. At the same time, modest six-cylinder models that offered a bright sports appearance And the image for reasonable money.
In 1968, three-point safety belts were introduced. The "Rally-Pac" package was no longer offered, since the new toolbar has already had a tachometer and clock.
1969-1970
Ford Mustang Boss 429 1969 By the 1969 model year, Ford Mustang transferred re-modernization, more and more removing from the original concept: with the previous wheelbase, the length of the machine increased by 3.8 inches (~ 10 cm), mass - by 140 pounds (~ 70 kg), and in the model line New versions appeared - cheap E, luxurious grande and sports BOSS and MACH 1. Ford Mustang in 1969 became the first model using a four-way head light circuit, the headlights were placed inside and outside the radiator grille.
The BOSS modification with an index 302 was built to compete with Camaro Z / 28 in Trans AM racing. Version with 429-M V8 with a capacity of 375 hp It was intended for NASCAR and set RAM Air-induction and special exhaust manifiers. Under the hood Mach 1 stood 351th V8, and optionally it was possible to order a self-locking intercoles differential rear bridge And even the engine 428 Cobra Jet. SHELBY COBRA versions were available in Fastback and convertible bodies and became more luxurious, equipped with a motor 428 Cobra Jet V8 with a capacity of 335 hp.
Ford Mustang Boss 302 1970 In the 1970 model year, Ford took an expectant position, and left the Mustang model almost untouched by changing only the front and making several more minor updates. This was last year For modifications of Shelby Cobra, which remained practically not touched since last year, in contrast to the basic Mustang.
1971-1973
In addition to Shelby Cobra, BOSS 302 and BOSS 429 modifications and modifications are disappeared. Mach 1 modification, completed with the famous 351-M Cleveland V8 engine with a capacity of 285 hp And it was still available. A new BOSS 351 was presented, which turned out to be faster at a distance of 1/4 miles than 429 Super Cobra Jet Ram Air.
Ford Mustang Convertible 1973 Following powerful versions in 1973, Sunset and Mustang himself came - the engine power ratings were again lowered, and it turned out that the basic engine was given 95 hp, and the most powerful 351-cubic V8 is only 156 forces.
1974-1978
Ford Mustang 1974. It was already the 2nd generation of the legendary muscle car. Ford revised the concepts of American Pony Car in conditions of gasoline crisis and changing buyers' tastes. But the car was much closer to the initial concept of 1964 than the late generation models.
The car was small for American standards, even less than the original model of 1964, and had basic configuration Rounded to 2.3 liters in line four-cylinder engine, developed "shameful" for America 86 hp The choice of the power unit was determined by the considerations of fuel economy. As the options were available, the 2.8-liter engine V6 Cologne and, since 1975, is small, according to American standards, V8 in 140 l / s at 4.9 liters.
During the first four years of release, about 400,000 cars were sold every year.
1979-1993
Ford Mustang Cobra 1979 In 1979, Mustang was founded on the larger platform "FOX" (it was originally designed for 1978 Ford Fairmont and Mercury Zephyr). The interior survived restyling for a more comfortable placement of four people, despite the narrowed back seat. Body Styles included a coupe, sedan, hatchback and convertible, and at the level of the interior decoration were subdivided into L, GL, GLX, LX, GT, GT Turbo (1983-84), SVO (1984-86), Cobra (1979-81, 1993 ), and Cobra R (1993).
Catering a European fashion for small and low power enginesFord had to leave the big sport, but in September 1980 everything changes dramatically, even a special SVO department is created (from Special Vehicles Operations - literally, the department of special transport operations). Their "Both" - special models of Mustangs to participate in the most prestigious and most exciting race - Trans Em (Trans-am). Price racing car It started from $ 25,000, while the car in the standard modification could be purchased for $ 6,000.
The third generation of Mustang combined two different body styles. From 1979 to 1986, the car was a triangular form of transfer and four headlights, called enthusiasts as "4-eye". Then, from 1987 to 1993, "forms" became more round form, in the style of "Aero". In addition, in 1986, Ford presented to the conveyor modification of the EFI engine (electronic fuel injection), instead of a carburetor. The aggregates under the hood for the choice were offered three: row "four" and V-shaped six and eight cylinder versions. The four-cylinder modification, by the way, was with a turbo supercharger, which in road tests showed a rather good result - overclocking from space to 100 km / h in 11.5 seconds, with power in 88 hp. For comparison, the largest for that period, the 302th block allowed to accelerate to 100 km / h in 8 seconds.
In response to the fall in sales and the rise in fuel prices in the early 1980s, a completely new Mustang was developed. It was supposed to be a front-wheel drive car with a small block based on Mazda MX-6. But thanks to the objections of not indifferent people, the leadership of Ford did not change the traditions of American Mascar, and "Japanese Mustu" was not destined to see " big world" As a result, Ford Motor for Mustang`a makes another facelifting, and the creative version on the MX-6 platform in 1989 was applied to Ford Probe.
1994-2004
Ford Mustang GT Convertible 1994 In 1994, Mustang has undergone its first major redesign for his fifteen years. Under the code name "SN-95, an updated rear-wheel drive version" FOX-4 "is published. The new style of Patrick Schiavone (Patrick Schiavone) borrowed some features of previous Mustangs. For the first time since 1974, the Cup model (Fastbek) was not available. From innovations, you can mark the anti-lock brake system and 230-watt "Mach 460" Musical amplifier with a regular CD-delay.
The basic model had the V6 232th unit (3.8 l) with a capacity of 145 hp (108 kW) in 1994, and since 1995, the same modest six-cylinder, but more productive 150 hp (110 kW) and kept on the conveyor until 1998. The choice of gearbox also did not differ in a big sweep, so the choice was offered only a five-speed mechanical and four-stage automatic. For lovers of large engines was the long-awaited surprise: on the modification of Mustang GT and Cobra after almost thirty years of use (successful, as I suppose), Ford replaces the V8 302th block (4.1 l) new, smaller in size, but more productive v8 281 -M (4.6 liters) SOHC. This Small-block was originally estimated at 215 hp (160 kW), but by 1998 it was increased to 225 hp (168 kW), and thanks to SVT engineers (reorganized SVO, now abbreviation from Special Vehicles Team), It was able to "dispersed" to 305 hp (227 kW)!
Ford Mustang Svt Cobra 1999 In 1999, Mustang received new design With more sharp contours, large wheel arches, but its main proportions, interior design, and the chassis remained the same as the previous model. The standard 3.8 liter V6 was estimated at 190 hp (140 kW) and was available until 2004, while Mustang GT with its 4.6 liters per 8 cylinders and a capacity of 260 hp (190 kW) for the first time During this period, a confident pace of production was typing. The most powerful of the factory modifications is a Cobra, its engine was estimated at 316 hp (235 kW) at 6000 rpm, gearbox -Pyatruty mechanical Tremec ™ T45, easily allowed to accelerate on the first transmission to 72 km / h.
In honor of the 35th anniversary, Ford releases the anniversary Limited Edition GT 1999, which decorated 17-inch alloy discs, special side skirts, sports spoiler, aggressive air intake, chrome body parts and leather silver salon. The car was offered in four colors: silver, black, red and bright white.
Original road tests Mustang Svt Cobra 4.6 l:
Drag racing for 1/4 miles for 13.8 s at 164 km / h;
Acceleration 0-100 km / h \u003d 5.6 s;
Maximum speed \u003d 240 km / h;
Original road tests Mustang GT 4.6 l:
Drag racing for 1/4 miles for 14 s at 160 km / h;
Three alternative modifications offered in this generation are also available: in 2001, Bullitt (modification included the Black Emboss of the Running Horse on the hood, fog lights, lowered suspension and no rear anti-car), in 2003 and 2004 Mach 1 (modification included unique alloy discs, body applications, flat spoiler, open radiator grille and functional bucket on the hood), with a capacity of up to 390 hp (290 kW) and legendary Cobra (the most powerful "civilian" modification).
2005-2013
Ford Mustang S-197 2005 In the North American International Motor Show in 2004, Ford presented a completely reecked Mustang, under the code name "S-197", which was based on a fully new D2C platform. Designed under the guidance of the chief engineer Hau Thai-Tang and the designer SID Ramnarace, an externally masting of the fifth generation repeats the "Fastbek" mands of the late 1960s. Senior Vice President Ford Project, J Mays, called this style "Retro Futurism"
The basic model is equipped with the Ford engine of the V6 format of 4.0 liters with the SOHC gas distribution system, which came to replace 3.8 liter version used since 2004. The new engine produces a power of 210 horsepower at 5300 revolutions per minute and torque 325 Newton meters at 3500 revolutions per minute. This engine It comes complete with a standard five-speed manual transmission "Tremec T-5". Optionally installed automatic five-speed box "5R55S". The GT version of the Mustanga sends 4.6 L SOHC modular V8 with 3 valves with variable injection, which controls VCT, and issues 300 HP (224 kW). In the 2005 version of the weight ratio to the capacity of 11.5 pounds on horse force. Although Mustang GT is equipped with the same automatic box Transmissions as the V6 model, optionally, you can set a 5-speed mechanical KP Tremec 3650, with which you can use the additional power of the GT model more rationally
Ford Shelby GT 500 2007 In 2006, an updated Shelby GT500 comes out in the bodies of a convertible and coupe. From ordinary "Mustangs" Shelby GT500 is distinguished by a specific appearance and painting, as well as the presence of a number of elements of sports entourage, while remaining a comfortable and well-equipped machine with sports seats from genuine leather.
Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500KR And in the same, 2006th is the world premiere! Ford together with Shelby build powerful sport car Ford Shelby GT500KR with 5.4 liter, 540-strong engine with 6-speed mechanics. On the hood the air intake for additional cooling. Ahead is also located a lower spoiler with an air intake for cooling the brake system. Misses one: Ford Shelby GT500KR released a small party, only 1000 cars. This is the embodiment of American ideas about what Muscle Muscle in modern appearance should be.
In addition to standard modifications, Ford could not circumvent the tradition of special, limited publications to which include:
Dub Edition
Ford announced a new version sport model Mustang, which should allow it to establish a connection with the "absolutely new" generation of buyers. This machine is prepared with the direct participation of the Roush Tuning Atelier and the editorial board of DUB. The Dub Edition model is equipped with a 3.7-liter V6 block capacity of 305 horsepower (224 kW) and is represented both for the coupe, and for the cabriolet. The kit includes alloy wheels TIS with a diameter of 20 inches, Pirelli Sports tires and roush kites.
Parnelli Jones Limited Edition
In 2007, Parnelli Jones Limited Edition was first shown in the New York Auto Show (New York Auto Show). Coloring exactly repeats the "golden" era of TRANS-AM racing. Engine power from official sources is 370 l / s (272 kW).
X-1 Edition
For special orders of the US Air Force special version Combat Show-Kara is codenamed X-1, equipped with 4.6 liter 500 strong (368 kW) engine. Inside just one place located in the center. The dashboard consists of three LCD displays surrounded by a plurality of togglers and buttons. Displays are broadcast with a night vision camcorder, which are installed on the body. The steering wheel in the usual understanding of the X-1 is not, instead of him on the central tunnel, an steering wheel-joystick was installed.
In 2010, the model is experiencing small raster, the body has become more aerodynamic. The basic engine remained unchanged, but for the GT version of 4.6 liter V8 was revised, and began to issue 319 hp (235 kW) at 6000 rpm of the engine, when the maximum moment in 441nm was reached already at a lower load - 4255 rpm .
In 2011 electric amplifier The steering wheel is replaced by more reliable hydraulic. The choice is provided as 6-speed mechanical PPC MT82 and 6-speed automatic 6R80. The updated aluminum 227th block (3.7 liters) weighs 18 kilograms less than last year. The 24-valve V6 now has a productivity of 309 hp (227 kW) at the moment in 380HM and equipped with a new double exhaust.
The modification of GT is equipped with a 32-valve 302-unit (5.0 l) of 412 hp. Clean power and 19 inch alloy wheels.
Shelby GT500 has a 5.4-liter engine with a capacity of 550 hp (410 kW) at 690 nm of torque.
In 2012, 450 hp (331 kW) was ordered for modification of the BOSS 302 (331 kW) at the time of 520 nm.
2013 Ford Mustang GT In 2013, Mustang is again addressed, the design from year to year becomes all aggressive. The most powerful set of Shelby GT500 is complemented by a new 5.8 liter V8 unit with a supercharger, with a capacity of 671 hp. (494K W). Both Shelby and the boss are produced exclusively with the manual transmission. 20 inch aluminum discs and LED lights are now standard in the standard configuration, and not an option as it was before.
2014th time
The sixth generation of Pony-Kara was represented by Ford on December 5, 2013, mass production began at the Ford Flat Rock Assembly plant on July 14, 2014. From previous models, the updated Mustang is distinguished primarily by a fully independent rear suspension for all modifications, as well as an additional four-cylinder 2.3-liter engine.
The most powerful Big block, a volume of 5.0 liters / 420 hp, the torque of 528 nm lay down the basis of the most productive Mustang - version of GT. The standard engine is V6, the power of which is 300 hp. For the European market, a small four-cylinder 2.3 liter EcoBoost is presented, which, together with two turbines and a fuel injection system, has quite "adults" characteristics - 305 hp, torque 432 nm, maximum speed 234 km / h and acceleration up to 100 km / h in 5.8 seconds.
Already in the basic configuration Installed the BLIS® road stop system, scanning other participants in the movement and other obstacles to 360 degrees, system contactless ignition With touch sensors on the doors, SYNC® - media center with a touchscreen, supporting voice control, as well as an electronic ETCS thrust control system.
In this article we offer short story the legendary brand in which you can trace all models Ford. Mustang from 1962 to the present.
1960-E.
At the beginning of the 60s, the question of which to offer the post-war generation of "Bebi-Buman" was faced. For this, Ford decided to create a special model of a personal car based on Ford Falcon. Inside the company, a competition was announced, in which the project won the canons of the future "pony style": sharply defined sides, a long hood and a shortened rear.
The first "Mustang" became conceptual model Mustang I, presented in 1962. Double sports car was named after the legendary storm aircraft of the World War II P51 Mustang. The second generation of Mustanga showed the public at the New York Motor Show in 1964. The car was equipped with a 6-cylinder engine with a volume of 170 inches 3. three-speed gearbox, closed wheel caps, original dashboard, bucket seats and carpeted cabin.
The first serial version of "Mustanga" was the Wimbledon convertible, whose sales exceeded all expectations. After 12 months after the release, almost 420 thousand copies of this car were sold. By the end of the 60s "Pony Caras" were recognized almost everywhere to the highest achievement of automotive design.
1970-E.
With the arrival of the 70s, the Ford concern stopped the release of the original Mustang models based on the Falcon platform. But during this period the largest versions of the Ford Mustang created on the basis of GT350 / GT500 and BOSS 302/429 appeared. They turned out to be almost 600 pounds heavier and 1 foot longer than the first models. Ford Mustang Mach 1 was also represented with an impressive line of power plants, the most impressive of which was 429 Super Cobra Jet (SCJ) with a capacity of 370 l / s.
In the mid-70s, Ford concern presented the second generation of Mustangs with a completely new design and line of Cobra II engines. The car was equipped with a non-functional air intake on the hood, front and rear spoilers. In versions with the Motor V8, American engineers set 4-speed mechanical box Transmissions.
1980-E.
During this period, the tightening of environmental constraints forced many manufacturers to reduce the power of the engines. Ford did not exception and the Mustang model - was removed from the 4-cylinder line, the car received a new aerodynamic body. The conveyor also returned to the body of a convertible, which was released in the 60s.
1990-E.
This time has become for Ford Mustang of the Epoch of Designer and Technical Progress. In honor of the 30th anniversary, the car was significantly upgraded, improved the already excellent performance. 1330 of the 1850 nodes of the machine were replaced. The Fastback Body stopped producing, left only a convertible and 2-door coupe. For the first time, the driver's airbag was included in the standard package. All cars in the basic modification were equipped with an improved 4-cylinder engine.
The fourth generation of legendary pony-kara received sharply outlined lines, a new hood and grille, stylish wheeled arches, updated headlights and facing panels. In parallel, the manufacturer brought to the market a small batch of the exclusive model SVT Mustang Cobra with improved characteristics and an original style. In 1993, a limited batch of Cobra R racing versions was sold before the production began.
2000s at our day
In the new millennium, Ford Mustang remained on the market almost alone. The closest competitors are Pontiac Firebird and in fact do not develop and do not please consumers with updates. At this time, the Ford Concern produces a 300-million copy of the Mustang and celebrates the 40th anniversary of the popular model.
Although in the 2000s, the production of Mustangs was discontinued at the famous factory in the city of Dirborn, models collected in other enterprises were issued to the market. First of all, the Mustang Shelby GT model should be noted, the exclusive version of Shelby GT500 with a 500 l / s turbocharged power unit, a limited batch of Mustang Bullitt.
In 2013, the sixth generation of Ford Mustang in the bodies of the convertible and coupe was presented. In April 2014 legendary model Malled its 50th anniversary. During this time, more than 9 million copies of cars were sold. Powered passed, but "Mustangi" retained the easiest elements of classical design and their character, for which numerous fans worldwide are home.
The current Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, which appeared on the market at the end of 2012, has a long and interesting story behind the shoulders.
Initially pure American car created based on Ford Falcon. He was called in honor of the Talisman of the Southern Methodist University (Dallas, USA) - a wild unbridled stallion, who was laughed on the emblem of the SMU Mustangs football team, and who changed the little pony "Peruna", nine generations of which for seventy years brought them good luck in the games.
Ford Mustang was shown at the World New York Exhibition on April 17, 1964, and this is this date it is considered to be his birthday. It produced a real collision among dealers on all continents. Already in March 1964, the first Ford Mustang was descended from the conveyor in Dirborn (Dearborn, Michigan) - a snow-white convertible with a red interior.
The combination of sports design, low prices and excellent dynamic indicators led to the fact that over 18 months more than a million copies were sold. And what is there to be surprised that in honor of Ford Mustang called the whole class of cars (Pony Car), and during World War II, his name received a distant radius fighter: North American P-51 Mustang.
When Ford Mustang went on sale, there was nothing similar in the market - Chevrolet Corvair Monza and Pontiac Firebird, which appeared a little later, could not even close to it in terms of indicators. And he could only argue with him according to the characteristics.
The high-tech version of Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, modified by Carroll Shelby, from 1967 to 1970, was generally one of the most popular machines at the time. Its engine capacity is 355 hp At 5,400 rpm, with a maximum torque of 580 nm at 3,200 rpm, he could dispel a car from 0 to 100 km / h in 6.2 sec.
In 2006, after a long break, as a result of the joint efforts of Carroll Shelby and the Ford SVT (Special Vehicle Team), the development of "charged" modifications serial carsAt Detroit Motor Show, Ford Mustang for that time was presented.
And the coupe, and the cabriolet was equipped with a 5.4-liter V8 engine, with a capacity of 475 hp, and became real lords of roads. Its modification of Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Red Stripe with a power unit with a capacity of 500 hp Rated then at $ 41,675.
Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, was noted by the release of Shelby Cobra GT500KR, demonstrated on the auto show in New York in 2007. King of the Road (KR decryption) was equipped with a new V8 engine, also with a volume of 5.4 liters, but the capacity is already 540 hp.
In 2006, GT500KR went to the auction with a hammer for $ 600,000. All reversed funds from sale went to the CARROLL SHELBY Care Fund. A total of 1,000 SHELBY COBRA GT500KR copies were released.
Especially for the series "Knight Roads" in 2008, the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR Kitt was created. Thus, Ford Mustang re-littered as an actor. Earlier, used in the remake of the film "Hone in 60 seconds".
In 2011, power engine Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 increased another 10 hp, and it was 550 hp. In this case, the power unit became easier and more economical - fuel consumption managed to reduce to 10.2 l / 100 km along the highway, and 15.7 l / 100 km - in the city.
But this producers seemed not enough. At Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 2013, submitted to the audience for the Auto Show in Los Angeles 2011, installed a 5.8 liter turbocharged engine, with a capacity of 662 hp. The maximum speed of the supercar rose to 325 km / h, but at the same time the city consumption remained 15.7 l / 100 km, on the highway - 9.8 l / 100 km.
The coupe obtained additional improvements in the form of LED rear lights, aluminum hood and a unified welded steel case. It does not have a radiator grille, since the power unit requires intensive cooling. Predatory front bumper and 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires give supercar an aggressive look.
Overall dimensions of Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, mm.: Length - 4 780, width - 1 877, height - 1 391 (coupe), 1 399 (convertible), wheelbase - 2,720. Clearance ( ground clearance) Equal to 118 mm. The weight of the coupe is 3,852 kg.
Improvements in the GT500 of the last generation touched on the mechanical six-speed Tremec TR6060 box. All improvements led to the fact that overclocking from 0 to 100 km / h takes Mustang Shelby Ji 500 only 3.5 sec. It is faster than or Chevrolet Corvette Z06.
Advanced system currency stability ADVANCETRAC and traction control system help to achieve better controllability on any road surface, and the Modernized Brembo brakes guarantee a short brake path. Torsen Differential Provides good traction even in sophisticated conditions Movement, A. adjustable shock absorbers Bilstein - Comfort when driving. Shelby GT500 motors power constantly and steadily increases.
Again at the Barrett-Jackson auction, but in 2012, Issued with an engine 862 hp. And on the 2013 Auto Show in New York, it was introduced with a motor capacity of 1100 hp. To withstand such power, its chassis was additionally strengthened.
Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Supercar Received in America at the end of 2012. Its base price is $ 54 200. If you wish, you can buy a SHELBY GT500 with SVT Performance Package - its cost $ 3,495 above, and the glass roof adds $ 1 995.
Gathers GT500 in the city of Flet Rock (Michigan). Unfortunately, GT500 is not sold in Russia, but official deliveries may begin with the advent of the new generation model. True, the cost of Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 for Russian motorists will be much higher than they are asked for him in the States.
Triumph Manager
The presentation of the first Serial Ford Mustang of 1964 is considered one of the most successful in the history of the automotive industry, and the appearance of a legend is obliged to loud failure of the previous model - EDSEL. "Ford" needed to urgently save the situation, and the general manager of Lee Yakokka, the future author of bestseller "Career Manager", together with the team of designers, economists and marketers in March 1964, created the first concept of Mustang. In a car that has become a progenitor of the Pony Car class, the features of the Ford Luxury Mark II 1957 and Thunderbird 1954 are easily guessed, as well as Maserati, Lincoln and Chevrolet design elements.
Interestingly, your name and a figurine of a running wild horse on a radiator grid has received a cult car at the last moment: he was planned to call Cougar (Panther), but Yakokki marketers decided that the Feline family in the Jaguar face is enough for the market. There is another option of the origin of the name - in honor of a single fighter of the Second World War North American P-51 Mustang, but also in that, and in another case, the car reflected the spirit of rebellion and was a real "American dream" on wheels.
Success for Ford was not just desirable, but necessary: \u200b\u200ba car that collectors call 64-1 / 2 Mustang, produced already as a 1965 model, focusing on the market research. In the event of a repeated, as with Edsel, failure, the concern could go bankrupt, but Mustang did not fail: after the loud March presentation on television on the very first day, 22 thousand copies were sold, and by the end of the year - over a quarter of a million!
Ford Falcon Sprint became an aggregate donor for best-selling - from it the models got, in particular, the engine and anterior suspension. The rear engineers were made dependent, brakes - drums on all wheels, and a vacuum amplifier and a hydraulic power steering was proposed as options. The basic set included a 2.8 liter engine with a capacity of 102 liters. with. who could accelerate the car up to 150 km / h, the body of the fastback and coupe. Later to the list of options, the body was added to the body of a convertible, and the list of options included a box-automatic and Motors V8 with a capacity of up to 380 liters. from.
In pursuit of success
Mustang was a "sport car for the poor": comfortable and beautiful, though not luxury, and sold very successfully. But competitors did not sleep: the next year, Yakokki team had to update the appearance of Mustang to get around the Plymutovskaya Barracuda market. In the same year, new interior options were introduced: visors to protect against the sun, clock and tachometer, electric rear-view mirrors. The suspension and front disc brakes were also improved.
Special chic was considered a blue-white modification of the Mustang Shelby GT-350 with a V8 engine with a capacity of 306 liters. from. Its authorship belongs to the autoconstructor and the Formula 1 rider, Carroll She Shelby, created two years later GT 500 with a 335 liter seven liter engine. p., For the installation of which had to specifically lengthen the motor compartment. In the spring of 1968, both Shelby, GT-350 and GT-500 cars were renamed Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra, which received another body variation - a convertible.
In 1969, Mustang survived global upgrades. The length increased by 10 cm, the mass is more than 50 kg, and the line was divided into three versions: Economic E, expensive Grande and Mach 1 with a motor capacity of 335 liters. from. The release of the Racing Series began: The first Mustang Boss 302 was created as a competitor of Chevrolet Camaro Z28 for oval tracks of Trans AM, and BOSS 429, which produced only 1358 copies, equipped with a giant seven-liter engine that issued 375 liters. from. And he worked together with the mechanical four-stage transmission, spoilers and an oil radiator - already for the NASCAR series.
In 1971-1973, the "Mustangi" could not find a niche. Some wanted to see simplified aggressive drongs in them, while others are cute family cars, but in fact they were no longer any other. The gasoline crisis was introduced, which ultimately led to the upgrade - again under the guidance of Yakokki, who became president of Ford Motor.
Rebirth legends
The Mustang II epoch was 1974-1978, which was marked with a return to the classic size and installation of an economical four-cylinder engine Kent with a capacity of only 86 liters. from. In the basic configuration.
Buyers of change liked - almost 400 thousand cars of Mustang II were purchased, and in 1979 a third generation appeared on a unified Fox Platform with European engines in the basic configuration and large V8 in the top one. At that time, due to the energy crisis, the most weak engines In the history of Mustang - Ford Windsor 255 V8 with a capacity of only 120 liters. from.
In 1987, the car marked with a new stage of restyling, and in 1994 - the capital alteration of SN-95 chassis, which became a marker for reference fourth generation Ford Mustang.
In 1998, clients in the first and last time they proposed completing Sport With black vinyl on the hood and triple spinning rear lanterns. By 1999, when Mustang celebrated its 35th anniversary, the new edge design concept deprived the smooth model characteristic of the classic car of this brand.
By the beginning of the fifth generation in the Mustang line, Mach 1 was returned to all Cobra models with 4.6 liter engines with EATON mechanical supercharger. In 2004, Ford Mustang acquired a new platform S-197 and began to resemble the sample of the 60s.
New and rare "Mustangi" remain a dream for many amateurs of cars: in this sense, nothing has changed since in 1964. Lee Team Yakokki put up presentation "Caps for Mustang" on the Football Field of the University of Chicago University. To the sixth generation, Mustang has not fallen popularity: in 2015, the concern presented the model with three different engines EcoBoost and an extended list of options, and in 2018 upgraded again the lineup and declared the development of Ford Mustang Cobra Jet, which can accelerate to maximum speed 240 km / h in 8 seconds.
Optical on the screen
It is difficult to find a car that would leave a more notable trace in culture. None of the cars so often appeared in the cinema, like filmed in half a million Mustang films. On the classical car of 1965, Paul Sheldon drives, the main hero of Misier's ribbon on the King novel, the Mustang's light convertible was shot in the film 007 "Goldfinger", on the Shelby GT500 in the "I - Legend" goes on the discompensary New York Will Smith, And the Ford Mustang of 1971 on nicknamed Eleanor is even indicated in the titers of the original tape of the seventies "sob in 60 seconds" - and this is only a microscopic part of films with the participation of legendary Maskarov. That is why even those who are absolutely not understood in cars, know what this sports car looks like.
"Mustangi" inspire not only film director, but also organizers of various "alterations" on TV show. One of them is a professional racer Brad Debreti, hero of the Discovery Channel project "Turboduet".
To install a Mickey Thompson Racing Wheels on the back axle with a width of 18 inches with custom discs Forgiato, I had to replace rear suspension Independent Watson Racing - with other levers, shock absorbers and springs H & R Performance.
Together with the father of Dag, the famous master of tuning, which is engaged in the alteration of cars more than a quarter of a century, Brad makes unique cars, but not only for his own pleasure. Junior Debrati lives races, behind his shoulders of victory in many championships, and ahead is a dream to get behind the wheel in the Nascar racing series.
Wheel arches extends completed TS Designs body kit with Anti-Cryl Air Design, a new hood was also made. In addition, the car appeared Bullseye Retro LED headlights with a variable color and Kicker audio system, which had to remove the rear seats and the spare parts.
Father and son together work in the workshop, alone and selling tuned cars, so that this desire is fulfilled, and the next project "Turbodute" was the Ford Mustang, which Debrati prepared for SEMA - the largest tuning show in the world. The team received an excellent chance to loudly declare themselves in the tuning world and get new customers.
The engine was forced to 750 liters. from. By installing the boost Roush Supercharger and the new Borla exhaust system, and the factory brakes changed to more productive Ford Performance.
The new five-liter Ford Mustang GT 2018 of the model year was provided by the manufacturer for free, but all the tuning costs were formed. Debrati immediately scanled cars and created a 3D model, facilitating its work on the creation of a body kit: Doug and Brad decided to combine the classic Maskar design and recent developments Ford.
For the machine welded a racing safety frame and new grille Radiator, in the cabin installed carboxylic elements and racing suites-buckets. It was not without repainting: the team worked in a short time, but attention was paid to every detail.
The car came out impressive, but whether Bradie managed to surprise colleagues on tuning shows, you will learn in the Turboduet program, which starts on May 21 and will go on Mondays at 23:00 on Discovery Channel.
