2013 Shelby GT500 Introduction

[robertlane]

2013 Shelby GT500 Introduction

2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Debuts As Most Powerful Production V8 in the World with 650 Horsepower, Top Speed of 200+ MPH

 

 

• New Ford Shelby GT500 is powered by an aluminum 5.8-liter supercharged V8 producing 650 horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque, making it the most powerful production V8 engine in the world

• Nearly every vehicle system has been optimized including powertrain, brakes, gearing and suspension

• New Shelby GT500 sets a performance-driven design standard with new downforce- generating front grilles, aggressive splitter, new quad exhaust system and two new forged-aluminum wheels

• Also new for 2013 is an optional Performance Package with SVT-designed Bilstein electronic adjustable dampers and a Torsen limited-slip differential. The offering can be coupled with a track package for all-out racetrack performance.

 

Team Shelby – The ultimate Ford Mustang – Shelby GT500 – raises the bar high on performance with the introduction of the new 2013 model that goes on sale next year delivering 650 horsepower and a top speed of more than 200 mph.

 

“SVT keeps the Shelby GT500 on the cutting edge of technology and takes muscle car performance to new heights,” said Jost Capito, director of Global Performance Vehicles and Motorsport Business Development. “We encapsulated every aspect of performance in this car – whether it’s 0-60, top speed, racetrack or quarter-mile times. Beyond that, the daily driver also will find this car perfectly fits his or her needs.”

 

 

The 5.8-liter V8 aluminum-block engine produces 650 horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque, making it the most powerful production V8 in the world. The 3,850-pound car also stays exempt from the gas-guzzler tax.

 

Nearly every part of the powertrain has been optimized for producing the additional horsepower, including a new supercharger, new cross-drilled block and heads, updated camshaft profiles, a new carbon fiber driveshaft and upgraded clutch, transmission and axle.

 

A larger, more-efficient supercharger flowing more air through the engine is key to helping produce the massive 650 horsepower. The new TVS series 2300 creates 2.3 liters of displacement and is a unique design to the 5.8-liter engine.

 

The entire cooling system has been significantly updated on the new 5.8-liter engine. It now includes a larger cooling fan, fan shroud with high-speed pressure-relief doors, a more efficient charge air cooler, a higher-flow intercooler pump and an intercooler heat exchanger with volume increased 36 percent.

 

 

Revised gearing

Nearly every gear on the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 was revised to manage the torque and use more of the power in a way that makes it more driver-friendly. Engineers considered more than 35 gearing combinations, finally deciding on one that delivers less torque all the way through the wheels to the ground and still enables the car to achieve fuel economy targets.

 

A key piece of the driveline, the six-speed manual transmission, offers upgraded gears, bearings and housing so it can properly manage the torque. The final drive ratio is now 3.31:1 for optimized overall vehicle gearing to complement the massive torque. Every gear besides fourth was optimized for competing performance metrics. The clutch has increased torque and rpm capacity and uses a dual-disc design.

 

“It might just seem like we’re putting a bigger engine into the car. But it’s been a balanced approach through and through,” said Jamal Hameedi, SVT chief engineer. “We’ve completely redone the car to be even more sophisticated in terms of handling and control than the prior model.”

 

 

Other keys for improved traction management include:

 

• Torsen limited-slip differential:When customers order the optional Performance Package, they will get a Torsen limited-slip differential that helps the rear suspension deliver maximum torque and traction better and longer under track conditions

• Launch control: A new launch control system lets drivers set the desired launch rpm depending on tire temperature, street surface or other conditions. Unique to SVT’s launch control is that it is integrated with both the engine control and traction control

• Brembo braking system: A new Brembo brake system offers drivers enhanced stopping power to help keep their car under control, both on the road and the track. New six-piston calipers in front along with larger front and rear rotors help improve brake fade. New brake pads that are more aggressive also help the car achieve high deceleration and further robustness for more driver confidence

 

Aero advancements

Significant aerodynamic work was done on the new Shelby GT500 to ensure the car has proper downforce for optimum performance at all speeds. Engineers were able to determine how to harness the air that was moving around and through the car to improve the cooling system, maximize downforce and minimize drag.

 

The front fascia and splitters were modified to handle the extreme loads at 200 mph, resulting in a car that tracks more securely and feels more planted to the road at higher speeds. It offers 33 percent more effective aero loading at 160 mph compared to the 2011 model.

 

 

Superior ride

The new Shelby GT500’s driving dynamics have been improved, now working in concert with all the new content on the car.

 

Handling, all AdvanceTrac settings and steering assist levels within selectable steering have been tuned to account for the updated content. The previously available unique traction control system and electronic stability control settings help drivers achieve maximum performance on both the street and the track.

 

Both systems can be completely disabled in controlled track situations where maximum driver skill is utilized, or fully engaged for maximum safety during normal driving or in less-than-ideal traction conditions. Intermediate sport mode allows drivers to push their cars hard at the track without completely disabling the safety systems, permitting more aggressive driving before the traction control and electronic stability control intervene.

 

“We took a completely different approach with this car so drivers can choose their settings instead of a computer making the selection,” Hameedi said. “Nearly every system the driver interacts with can be tailored to his or her situation including the Bilstein electronic adjustable suspension, launch control, AdvanceTrac and steering assist levels.”

 

The 2013 Shelby GT500 offers two new sets of forged-aluminum wheels including a unique wheel for cars with the optional packages. The 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels are coupled with Goodyear Eagle® F1 SuperCar G: 2 tires on all vehicle configurations.

 

 

Taking it one step further

Sometimes Ford Shelby GT500 customers want to enjoy their car on surface streets. Other times they just want to let loose on the track. Two new optional packages on the 2013 model give them the choice.

 

Available as part of the optional Performance Package, SVT-designed Bilstein electronic adjustable dampers are accessed on the dash with a simple push of a button. Normal mode gives customers a more comfortable ride over road irregularities. Sport mode is all about performance, delivering improved response time on the track and less body roll while cornering and pitch under braking. The Torsen limited-slip differential also comes with the Performance Package.

 

“The adjustable shocks let us develop our car on the track without any compromise,” said Kerry Baldori, Ford SVT Global Performance Vehicles chief engineer. “Before, we had to tune the car with street implications in mind. Now we can go as extreme as we want on the track setting and still offer the customer a comfortable ride on the road.”

 

Enthusiasts can upgrade their Performance Package with an additional Track Package for all-out performance. The option comes with an external engine oil cooler, rear differential cooler and transmission cooler for further durability. The coolers play an essential role in preventing crucial components from overheating under high-speed conditions.

 

The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 will be built at AutoAlliance International Plant in Flat Rock, Mich.

[Hugh]

There are 2010, 2011 GT500 siting on lots going nowhere here. Either they will ship at a lower intrest rate or a price cut. The 2011-12 kicks butt over the 2010 but it's really a numbers game IMHO because you won't get much of an opportunity to really appreciate the differences. Now comes along the 2013: Man it must be nice to have have money to make a decision like this. Hmmm, do I want a cheaper 2010 or 2011 or order a 2013? :P

Edited November 15, 2011 by Hugh

[BORG]

How much horsepower does it take to warp space to achieve FTL travel? I think that's the next step for Mustang in 2015

Edited November 15, 2011 by BORG

[Hugh]

How much horsepower does it take to warp space to achieve FTL travel? I think that's the next step for Mustang in 2015

As long as the 'Track Key' is a minature LED BG FTL style key that makes the 'MC1' pipe and Adama 'Jump' sounds/quote.

 

"My God! It's full of stars!"

[jpd80]

Our Falcon's S/C 5.0 is already putting out 460 hp at the back wheels which roughly equates to 600 on the flywheel....

 

Another top hat on the Falcon, AWD from the Territory and you would have one hell of a Lincoln....

 

(The S/C 5.8 is still an awesome engine and if that doesn't get people's blood going, nothing will..)

Edited November 15, 2011 by jpd80

[fou_bleu]

Our Falcon's S/C 5.0 is already putting out 460 hp at the back wheels which roughly equates to 600 on the flywheel....

 

Another top hat on the Falcon, AWD from the Territory and you would have one hell of a Lincoln....

 

(The S/C 5.8 is still an awesome engine and if that doesn't get people's blood going, nothing will..)

 

If Miami had 600hp and people are seeing between 450 and 460rwhp (let's say 455hp) stock, that would mean there's a massive 32% driveline loss! That's not saying much for our beloved Falcon, is it? I think the motor would be running closer to 525hp for the more common ~15% loss...

 

And the AWD system from the Terry for a Lincoln? Sorry, an all-new aluminium system is the only thing that will cut it with everyone's expectations of the new Lincoln...

[30 OTT 6]

A 200 mph stock Mustang?

 

Me: I don't believe it.

Yoda: That is why you fail.

[atvman]

How much horsepower does it take to warp space to achieve FTL travel? I think that's the next step for Mustang in 2015

If it doesn't hit warp, it will at least hit plaid.

[kstwister]

If it doesn't hit warp, it will at least hit plaid.

Ludicrous speed!!!

There goes the planet!

 

Or as Jalopnik puts it, it'll make the ZL1 Crapmaro it's bitch. Good for Ford.

[Fgts]

You know this won't sit well with Dodge n Chevy. Chrysler already showing a 426 cid 300 in a way the 392 was a concept not to mention the new Viper and the 8.7 v10. Chevy would drop-in the Zr1 version of the SCSI 6.2 in the Camaro or wait until the new D.I. v-8s come in 13. Of-course Ford will have something to fight back with, maybe with a production 777. Sure hope I can see this motor in a sedan as well.

[atvman]

The Chebbie boys are desperately trying to cut this car down a notch.

[mustang let back]

The Chebbie boys are desperately trying to cut this car down a notch.

I went to crapmaro5 yesterday and they were crying about it won't be able to put that power down.there was alot being said.i went back today to see the crybabies and that part in the forum was gone.bottom line is the new cobra w!ill obliterate the scrapmaro!

[Edstock]

According to JALOPNIK,

 

it'll do 202 mph! :happy feet:

 

 

 

 

202 mph!

 

 

[goinbroke2]

According to JALOPNIK,

 

it'll do 202 mph! :happy feet:

 

 

 

 

202 mph!

 

Yeah but how many cup holders? :hyper:

[NickF1011]

Yeah but how many cup holders? :hyper:

 

Three: one for the front seat passenger, one for the driver, and one to catch your balls in the back seat when you stomp on the accelerator.

[V8-X]

Hope this comes with a package of new Hanes briefs for crapmaro owners after they sh!t themselves!

[silvrsvt]

I wonder how stupid the insurance will be on this bad boy...isn't the GT500 officially faster then the GT now?

[akirby]

Three: one for the front seat passenger, one for the driver, and one to catch your balls in the back seat when you stomp on the accelerator.

 

POTW!

[TopCat501]

Hats off to Ford for both the improvements to the car and their strategy & ability to keep the HP number concealed and thereby generate a huge WOW factor at the show. And from what I have seen the auto blogs and car forums are absolutely buzzing over the reveal of the car so much that:

1) the Chief Design Engineer of Camaro at GM has literally posted an open letter on Camaro forums to calm the ZL1 crowd and restore some hope that their car hasn't just been put on the traIler by the upcoming GT500 and

2) GM Global VP of Marketing, Joel Ewanick, issues public challenge to Ford to show up and race Camaro vs Mustang at Nurburing; Farley merely replies that he wishes they could

http://jalopnik.com/5859957/the-shelby-gt500s-chicken-new-lincoln-mks-and-the-la-auto-show?tag=the-morning-shift

 

Clearly GM brass is feeling the need to try to put some confidence back in their ZL1 product to the press & public in general. IMO, very similar to how our political parties go about doing damage control by mudding the waters with posturing and claiming you just wait and see. No doubt, with Ford releasing in the middle of the night the 650HP spec it crushed GM's planned big annoucement the next morning of ZL1 pricing, full specs & convertible reveal @ LA. Sounds like Farley saw a chance to "take a bat" to GM and he didn't hesitate. Well played Ford, it was an overwhelming PR victory

 

Oh, and autoweek today named the GT500 Top Car at the LA auto show

http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2011/11/top-10-cars-of-the-2011-la-auto-show.html

 

Camaro Nation:

 

As you know, the blogs lit up with the announcement of the new 650-horsepower Mustang GT500, and I wanted to give you my perspective on the latest challenge from Dearborn.

 

The Mustang has been playing catch up since the moment the fifth-gen Camaro arrived in 2009. Since then, Camaro has been the best-selling sports car in America, indicating that consumers know which car offers the best performance, style and safety.

 

It is no coincidence that Mustang has introduced three 100-horsepower increases to keep pace with Camaro: First their V-6 was bumped to 305; then their V-8 went to 412, and now the GT500.

 

Even with the 100-hp increase, the 2013 GT500 will still not match the technology and sophistication of the 2012 Camaro ZL1.

 

The days of “no replacement for displacement,” are over, and it’s not enough to be fast in a straight line. With the Camaro ZL1, we set out to deliver integrated performance, and be equally good at acceleration, braking, grip, and turning. As you will soon see, that’s why the Camaro ZL1 will set the performance benchmark for the segment.

 

Our approach was to make every Camaro ZL1 fully track-capable, from the factory. As we announced today, the ZL1 Coupe will start at $54,995 with standard Magnetic Ride Control, standard Performance Traction Management, and standard track-capable equipment such as a rear-differential cooler, brake cooling ducts, and an engine and transmission cooler.

 

None of our customers will have to buy extra options – or modify their ZL1 – for track-day usage. That is not the case for the current GT500, or their new car.

 

For Mustang fans, you’re welcome. Clearly the Camaro has encouraged Ford to throw everything they can at us.

 

For Camaro fans, trust me, we are always listening to your feedback, and working hard to keep the Camaro in the lead.

 

Al O.

[Edstock]

working hard to keep the Camaro in the lead.

 

Al O.

More cowbell! :happy feet:

[TomServo92]

For Mustang fans, you’re welcome. Clearly the Camaro has encouraged Ford to throw everything they can at us.

 

To Camaro fans, you're welcome. Clearly the success of the 2005 Mustang enabled you to actually be able to own a 5th gen Camaro.

[theDuff]

He makes no mention of the Boss 302.

 

 

The car they have no answer for.

 

 

Its what, $20k cheaper than the ZL1?

[mustang let back]

this fool from Government Managed is stupid.the SCRAPMARO has chased after the mustang 4 years.the mustang kicked them out of production!!there is no way the SCRAPMARO zl1 will beat the new GT500.if it werent for the government the Gigantic Mistake would not even be here. :hysterical:

[Boss444]

I went to crapmaro5 yesterday and they were crying about it won't be able to put that power down.there was alot being said.i went back today to see the crybabies and that part in the forum was gone.bottom line is the new cobra w!ill obliterate the scrapmaro!

 

That's really not what they were doing at all in the extensive thread I read over there.

 

Aside from a few people (every forum has their blind fanboys), it was very civil with a good amount of people saying that this is the offspring of competition.

 

And what makes you think the GT650 will "obliterate" the ZL1? You, as well as everyone else, haven't driven either . Horsepower is not the deciding factor as to how well a vehicle will perform. Remember the 3/4 ton pickup shootouts?

 

Let's just wait until the reviews come in before crowning a winner.

[TopCat501]

 

Let's just wait until the reviews come in before crowning a winner.

 

Agree with ^^ . . . . . but I went searching the web last night to see what additional info I could find about the new GT500 and I came across a Ford site with a guy who has a connection to SVT. He is a long time member at that site and is the guy other members directed their questions to but the clincher for me was his hint 2 days before the reveal of the new GT500 specs which were spot on.

 

Anyway the guy said the GT500 will handily beat the ZL1 time of 12 flat @119 in the 1/4 mile (look for high 11s in the low to mid 120s and if both cars are given more traction in the form of DRs look for the gap to widen). As for road courses, it will depend on which track as to who the winner will be. He speculated that the ZL1 would win at the ring since GM tuned the car extensively there but that the GT500 had quicker times than ZL1 at a well known USA track.

 

Also interestingly, he stated more than once that the 5.8 is coming with a very conservative tune which makes perfect sense if the unofficial statements made over on SVTPerformance forums are true about the stock boost level being 15psi. This tells me Ford protected itself against a last minute GM increase in HP level as Ford could easily tweak their conservative tune for more HP. Also tells me that owners will get some nice HP increases from a simple aftermarket tune.