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Turbocharged V6s are proving their mettle: Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing, Nissan Z Nismo, Audi S5/RS5, Nissan GT-R R35, and Porsche Macan GTS all post strong straight-line numbers, with 0–60 times from about 2.9 to 4.0 seconds and quarter-miles in the low 11s to high 12s, showing that modern V6s can outgun the Mustang GT in drag performance—though many of these rivals carry higher starting prices than the Mustang.
Car and Driver’s road test of Vaughn Gittin Jr.’s RTR Spec 3 Mustang (810 HP) shows the car slower to 60 mph, slower in the quarter-mile, and weaker on the skidpad than a stock Mustang GT with Performance Package, at a near-$110k as-tested price. Gittin Jr. publicly suggested the review was AI-written, a claim Hearst says is unfounded, confirming the article was written by the journalist. The controversy highlights a clash between high-performance mods and instrumented-test results, with RTR emphasizing driving experience over numbers.
Actress Sydney Sweeney has collaborated with Ford to give away a custom-designed 2024 Ford Mustang GT, inspired by her own 1966 Mustang. The car features a unique exterior, signature engine, and special design elements, including color-changing LED stars. The contest runs until Feb. 7, and participants can enter by sharing their stories on Ford's Instagram or TikTok channels. The winner will receive an identical car to Sydney's custom Mustang.
The Kelly Python, a limited production car based on a modified Mustang GT and inspired by the Bordinat Cobra, is up for sale for $30,000. Only 12 prototypes were ever made, and this particular car, one of seven remaining, has been on the market for several years. It features a shortened and fiberglass body resembling the 1963 Bordinat Cobra, a 225 horsepower 5.0 V8 engine, and a two-seat layout. While it pays homage to Ford history, the price may be a pain in the asp for some buyers.