Μια και μιλαγαμε για το Corvette Z06 να και τι κανει η Φορντ.
Η Ford SVT που ειναι το τμημα βελτιωσης της Ford Σηκωσε παλιτ τ μανικια για το 2005.

Μετα το Ford GT με τα 550 αλογατα για 180 χιλιαδες δολαριακια η SVT αποφασισε να παραγει μερικα πιο 'καθημερινα' αυτοκινητα.

http://www.svt.ford.com/newsRoom.asp

http://www.svt.ford.com/newsSvtNYAS.asp

Οριστε το Mustang Shelby Cobra GT500

http://www.svt.ford.com/vehicleGT500.asp

Nα η ιστορια του:

MODERN SVT SUPERCHARGING DELIVERS OLD-FASHIONED SHELBY ‘BIG-BLOCK' POWER

Just as the original big-block Shelby GT500 was a big step up from the small-block GT350, the Ford Shelby Cobra GT500 show car's 5.4-liter V-8 is a big step up from the 4.6-liter V-8 used in the previous-generation SVT Mustang Cobra.

In fact, the 5.4-liter, 32-valve, supercharged V-8 configuration is similar to that of the 2005 Ford GT supercar, offering the right combination of classic Ford big-block power and modern technology. The result: More than 450 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque.

Using the Ford GT as a blueprint, SVT has given the GT500 more total horsepower than any factory Mustang in the muscle car's celebrated 41-year history.

“We are applying our Ford GT engine experience to the GT500 to bring over 450 horsepower to a much bigger enthusiast audience,” says Jay O'Connell, SVT chief vehicle engineer. “It really delivers on the essence of two great names in Ford performance – a mix of SVT's modern-day experience with supercharging and the Shelby GT500's heritage of big-block power.”

Engine internals upgraded for supercharging's power increase

With the stout cast-iron, 5.4-liter Triton V-8 engine as a starting point, the Shelby Cobra GT500 adds a screw-type 8.5-pounds-per-square-inch supercharger and water-to-air intercooler.

But, adding forced-induction power is more than just a bolt-on proposition. The engine's internals need upgrading for the sake of strength and durability. To that end, the Shelby Cobra GT500's powerplant benefits from unique connecting rods and forged pistons to handle the extra strain on the lower end of the block.

An all-new intake manifold helps to efficiently channel the supercharged fuel-air mixture into the cylinders. The low-profile manifold design also effectively packages the entire induction system under the GT500's special air-extraction hood. Fuel comes from a dual-bore electronic throttle body borrowed from Ford's 6.8-liter truck engine program. To manage heat produced by 450-plus horses, a larger radiator and increased-capacity cooling system also are installed.

Aluminum, high-performance Ford GT heads tout “Powered by SVT”

While supercharging is a key element in the Shelby Cobra GT500's ability to generate so much horsepower, another major contributing component is the design of the cast-aluminum, four-valve cylinder heads sourced from the Ford GT supercar.

Developed specifically for supercharged applications, these high-performance heads use high-flow ports and specially calibrated dual-overhead camshafts to deliver optimum engine “breathing” along with surprisingly good fuel efficiency and emissions. Also borrowed for use in the GT500 are the Ford GT's proven piston rings and connecting rod bearings.

To enthusiasts, the real beauty of any performance car rests with its engine. That idea certainly wasn't lost on Carroll Shelby because Mustangs that bore his name have traditionally brought his unique sense of style and personality right into the engine compartment. One Shelby signature feature – special finned valve covers embossed with “COBRA Powered By Ford” – soon became the envy of so many Ford V-8 owners that they quickly became one of the best-selling dress-up accessories on the market.

With that in mind, the GT500 is equipped with special “Powered by SVT” finned cam covers to hint at the beauty of 450-plus horses lurking inside. Mated to the Ford GT four-valve cylinder heads are unique exhaust manifolds that help to better scavenge spent gases out of the cylinders and into the custom-tuned mufflers and dual-exhaust system.

Strong, proven manual transmission to harness segment-busting power

Few transmissions exist in the marketplace today that can handle the torque loads generated by the supercharged GT500, so SVT engineers opted to stick with the proven heavy duty performance of the T-56 six-speed manual gearbox for the new Shelby. The T-56 first appeared in the 2000 SVT Mustang Cobra R, which was powered by a naturally aspirated 5.4-liter V-8 with 385 horsepower, and later in the supercharged 2003 SVT Mustang Cobra, whose DOHC 4.6-liter produced 390 horses. For the Shelby Cobra GT500 show car, the T-56 is geared to make the most out of the supercharged 5.4-liter's broad power band

Και αλλες πηροφοριες:

SHELBY COBRA GT500: Unmistakably Shelby and SVT with Classic looks, Modern performance

A powerful wave of nostalgia comes rushing back with a single glance at the Ford Shelby Cobra GT500 show car. Strong visual cues had helped signal the serious performance potential of the great Shelbys of yesteryear. Now the GT500's striking face and unmistakable Shelby signature announce that this thoroughly modern Mustang means business, bringing together the Shelby look and SVT's designed-to-drive philosophy.

“There's a huge backdrop in Ford's Design Studio covered with photos of our favorite Mustangs – many of them 1960s-era Shelbys,” says Doug Gaffka, design director, Ford SVT vehicles. “When it came to designing the GT500, there's no question the 1967-68 Shelby Mustangs inspired us. We tried to recreate the surface language of the '68 Shelby GT500, yet do so in a way that adds to the modern design of the 2005 Mustang – much like Carroll Shelby enhanced the design of the '67 Mustang.”

The 2005 Mustang design team also drew inspiration from classic 1967-68 Mustangs, the models that transformed the mild-mannered pony car into a muscle car with attitude. Envisioning an SVT model, the team tested GT500 design cues on the Mustang GT coupe concept that was unveiled at the 2003 North American International Auto Show.

In 2004, designers further developed the GT500 look on the Mustang GT-R, a race-bred concept with the dual purpose of foreshadowing SVT's Mustang design direction and Ford Racing's plans to return Mustang to road racing.

Classic Shelby design cues, including Le Mans stripes, create instant identity

The GT500 now comes into full light, punctuated by the classic Le Mans-style stripes that race along the top of the show car's “SVT Red” paint from nose to tail. The stripes recall the Shelby Mustangs that marked another important 1960's Mustang transition when Ford put it on track to becoming a racing legend.

The GT500 nomenclature is prominent in the lower bodyside racing stripe, another cue from the classic Shelby Mustangs. The use of contrasting color overbody stripes in auto racing was introduced when the first factory teams employed them on identically equipped and painted cars to help identify the different drivers.

Carroll Shelby adopted the stripes on his successful Cobra roadsters, and they quickly became part of his performance signature. Shelby striped all of his high-performance Fords to follow: the Daytona Coupes, Ford GT40s, Shelby Mustang GT350s and GT500s. To this day, Shelby's twin stripes are associated with Ford performance, evidenced by those on the 2006 Ford GT supercar.

Taking a page from Carroll Shelby's work on the GT500s of the late 1960s, Ford's design team took aggressive forms and shapes already apparent on the Mustang and further honed them for the GT500's taut and race-ready appearance. A new front fascia, functional air splitter, larger grilles, hood-mounted air extractors, unique rear fascia and an integrated decklid spoiler are all designs cues that are pure Shelby.

Oversized grilles and functional extractors designed for improved air management

Many Shelby Mustangs were raced – and raced hard . For the cars to consistently perform to their maximum potential, the engines needed to breathe as much cool air as possible. Shelby accomplished this on his cars by opening up the grille area and redesigning the lower valance pan to maximize airflow into the radiator. The Shelby Cobra GT500 employs that same idea with its reconfigured front fascia and oversized upper and lower grilles.

“The GT500's wide grille openings are imposing like a drop-jawed Cobra ready to strike,” says Gaffka. “If you saw that look coming in your rearview mirror, it would make you move out of the way quickly.”

The restyled fascia not only allows for larger grille openings for increased airflow but it gives a more angled, aggressive edge to the headlamp insets.

“The more aggressive fascia is actually a race-car design borrowed from the Mustang GT-R concept,” explains Mustang senior designer Keith Rogman. “It works well with the overall look of the GT500 because racing has such a strong connection with Shelby.”

Attention was paid to make the upper and lower grille openings above and below the front bumper as symmetrical as possible for a more unified look. The overall shape and form of both openings were designed in deference to the Shelby GT500 circa 1968 – and provide this car with a face that is strikingly similar to its predecessor.

Ford GT lessons used to design GT500's functional air splitter, rear spoiler

Very modern air-management technology, however, is evident in the details of the GT500. Forcing a large amount of cool air into an engine bay is only half the battle of performance cars. It is an equally difficult engineering task to get the hot air out without affecting form or function. To that end, the Shelby Cobra GT500's aluminum hood incorporates functional twin air extractors to help pull heated air out of the engine compartment and promote air circulation around hard-working components.

“The process we created while working on the body design of the Ford GT really helped us come up with the functional front air splitter and rear spoiler for the GT500,” says Jay O'Connell, SVT chief vehicle engineer. “It was essential that they provide measurable downforce at high speeds without detracting from the classic design.”

The functional front splitter is neatly integrated into the front fascia and helps limit airflow under the car at high speed. The science of air management also was applied to the rear of the GT500, where Ford GT wind-tunnel lessons were used to help design the “high-back,” rear-decklid spoiler.

Modern SVT Mustang Cobra design influence completes the design

The Shelby Cobra GT500 houses distinctive foglights in the lower outside corners of the front fascia – long a signature styling cue of Ford SVT vehicles. While original Shelby GT500s had driving lights set into the grille, the inclusion of the SVT style foglights indicates just how well traditional Shelby and modern SVT design elements work together.

Similarly, Gaffka's team decided to create a more modern rear fascia featuring diffuser-styled strakes and large cutouts for the dual chrome exhaust tips: “The rear fascia pays homage to the Ford GT supercar because the dramatic diffusers indicate serious high performance as part of the package.”

Rather than incorporate the full-across taillamps of vintage Shelby Mustangs, Gaffka's team kept the traditional tri-bar Mustang taillamps in another nod to blending modern SVT cues with the classic Shelby look. The taillamps are separated by a “gas cap” medallion that reads “Shelby GT500” centered on a Cobra image while bold “SHELBY” lettering stretches across the rear deck.

Cobra badge connects Shelby and Ford SVT

The Cobra snake logo featured on the rear medallion continues the tradition of both the vintage Shelby Mustangs and the modern SVT Mustang Cobras. It also commemorates the first time in 35 years a new Mustang has featured the Shelby name.

Continuing the snake logo tradition of past-generation Shelby Mustangs, as well as late-model SVT Cobras, the fenders each feature an updated design of the Cobra. For the first time on any SVT Mustang, the front grille features an off-center snake in place of the standard running horse. “GT500” is emblazoned inside the side rocker stripes. The SVT logo can be seen on the center caps of the 19x 9.5-inch aluminum wheels, a signature SVT location over the years, as well as on the doorsill plates.

“The Cobra logo is the perfect icon for the GT500,” say Gaffka. “It represents the history and performance of both Shelby and SVT. And, the Cobra badge shows the future of Mustang performance, melding Shelby and SVT into a thoroughly modern vehicle that still recognizes its legacy.”

Να και λεπτομεριες:

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
***BODY
Construction
Unitized welded steel body, aluminum hood

***ENGINE
Type
V-8
Manufacturing location
Romeo, Michigan

Configuration
Iron Block and Aluminum Heads

Intake manifold
Cast-aluminum with screw-type supercharger and air-to-water intercooler
Exhaust manifold
Cast iron
Crankshaft
Forged steel
Throttle body
Dual 55 mm, electronic

Valvetrain
DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Valve diameter
Intake: 37.0 mm
Exhaust: 32.0 mm

Pistons
Forged aluminum

Connecting rods
Cracked forged steel I-beams
Ignition
Coil-on-plug

Bore x stroke
3.552 x 4.165 in. / 90.22 x 105.8 mm
Displacement
330 cu. in. / 5,409 cc

Horsepower
More than 450
Torque
450 lb.-ft

***DRIVETRAIN
Layout
Rear-wheel drive
***TRANSMISSION
Standard (Type)
T-56 6-speed manual

Gear ratios

**1st
2.97
**2nd
1.78
**3rd
1.3
**4th
1.0
**5th
.80
**6th
.63
**Final drive
3.31

***SUSPENSION
Front
Reverse-L independent MacPherson strut, 34-mm tubular stabilizer bar
Rear
Three-link solid axle with coil springs, Panhard rod, 24-mm solid stabilizer bar

***BRAKES
Type
Four wheel power disc
Front
Brembo 14-inch vented and cross-drilled disc, four-piston aluminum calipers
Rear
Brembo 13-inch vented and cross-drilled disc, two-piston calipers

***TIRES AND WHEELS
P255/45R19 tires and 19 x 9.5-in machined aluminum wheels

***EXTERIOR
Wheelbase 107.1 in.
Overall length 188 in.
Overall width 73.9 in.
Overall height 55.7 in.
Track width, front/rear
61.9 in. / 62.5 in.
Ground clearance 5.71 in.

***INTERIOR
Seating capacity
4 passenger
Headroom
**Front row 38.8 in.
**Second Row 36.3 in

Legroom
**Front row 42.7 in.
**Second row 30.3 in.
Shoulder room
**Front row 55.4 in.
**Second Row 45.0 in.
Hip room
**Front row 53.6 in.
**Second row 45.2 in.
Cargo Volume 9.7 cu. ft.

H τιμη υπολογιζεται γυρω στις 35-40 χιλιαδες δολλαρια.

Μια και μιλαγαμε για το Corvette Z06 να και τι κανει η Φορντ.
Η Ford SVT που ειναι το τμημα βελτιωσης της Ford Σηκωσε παλιτ τ μανικια για το 2005.

Μετα το Ford GT με τα 550 αλογατα για 180 χιλιαδες δολαριακια η SVT αποφασισε να παραγει μερικα πιο 'καθημερινα' αυτοκινητα.

http://www.svt.ford.com/newsRoom.asp

http://www.svt.ford.com/newsSvtNYAS.asp

Οριστε το Mustang Shelby Cobra GT500

http://www.svt.ford.com/vehicleGT500.asp

Nα η ιστορια του:

MODERN SVT SUPERCHARGING DELIVERS OLD-FASHIONED SHELBY ‘BIG-BLOCK' POWER

Just as the original big-block Shelby GT500 was a big step up from the small-block GT350, the Ford Shelby Cobra GT500 show car's 5.4-liter V-8 is a big step up from the 4.6-liter V-8 used in the previous-generation SVT Mustang Cobra.

In fact, the 5.4-liter, 32-valve, supercharged V-8 configuration is similar to that of the 2005 Ford GT supercar, offering the right combination of classic Ford big-block power and modern technology. The result: More than 450 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque.

Using the Ford GT as a blueprint, SVT has given the GT500 more total horsepower than any factory Mustang in the muscle car's celebrated 41-year history.

“We are applying our Ford GT engine experience to the GT500 to bring over 450 horsepower to a much bigger enthusiast audience,” says Jay O'Connell, SVT chief vehicle engineer. “It really delivers on the essence of two great names in Ford performance – a mix of SVT's modern-day experience with supercharging and the Shelby GT500's heritage of big-block power.”

Engine internals upgraded for supercharging's power increase

With the stout cast-iron, 5.4-liter Triton V-8 engine as a starting point, the Shelby Cobra GT500 adds a screw-type 8.5-pounds-per-square-inch supercharger and water-to-air intercooler.

But, adding forced-induction power is more than just a bolt-on proposition. The engine's internals need upgrading for the sake of strength and durability. To that end, the Shelby Cobra GT500's powerplant benefits from unique connecting rods and forged pistons to handle the extra strain on the lower end of the block.

An all-new intake manifold helps to efficiently channel the supercharged fuel-air mixture into the cylinders. The low-profile manifold design also effectively packages the entire induction system under the GT500's special air-extraction hood. Fuel comes from a dual-bore electronic throttle body borrowed from Ford's 6.8-liter truck engine program. To manage heat produced by 450-plus horses, a larger radiator and increased-capacity cooling system also are installed.

Aluminum, high-performance Ford GT heads tout “Powered by SVT”

While supercharging is a key element in the Shelby Cobra GT500's ability to generate so much horsepower, another major contributing component is the design of the cast-aluminum, four-valve cylinder heads sourced from the Ford GT supercar.

Developed specifically for supercharged applications, these high-performance heads use high-flow ports and specially calibrated dual-overhead camshafts to deliver optimum engine “breathing” along with surprisingly good fuel efficiency and emissions. Also borrowed for use in the GT500 are the Ford GT's proven piston rings and connecting rod bearings.

To enthusiasts, the real beauty of any performance car rests with its engine. That idea certainly wasn't lost on Carroll Shelby because Mustangs that bore his name have traditionally brought his unique sense of style and personality right into the engine compartment. One Shelby signature feature – special finned valve covers embossed with “COBRA Powered By Ford” – soon became the envy of so many Ford V-8 owners that they quickly became one of the best-selling dress-up accessories on the market.

With that in mind, the GT500 is equipped with special “Powered by SVT” finned cam covers to hint at the beauty of 450-plus horses lurking inside. Mated to the Ford GT four-valve cylinder heads are unique exhaust manifolds that help to better scavenge spent gases out of the cylinders and into the custom-tuned mufflers and dual-exhaust system.

Strong, proven manual transmission to harness segment-busting power

Few transmissions exist in the marketplace today that can handle the torque loads generated by the supercharged GT500, so SVT engineers opted to stick with the proven heavy duty performance of the T-56 six-speed manual gearbox for the new Shelby. The T-56 first appeared in the 2000 SVT Mustang Cobra R, which was powered by a naturally aspirated 5.4-liter V-8 with 385 horsepower, and later in the supercharged 2003 SVT Mustang Cobra, whose DOHC 4.6-liter produced 390 horses. For the Shelby Cobra GT500 show car, the T-56 is geared to make the most out of the supercharged 5.4-liter's broad power band

Και αλλες πηροφοριες:

SHELBY COBRA GT500: Unmistakably Shelby and SVT with Classic looks, Modern performance

A powerful wave of nostalgia comes rushing back with a single glance at the Ford Shelby Cobra GT500 show car. Strong visual cues had helped signal the serious performance potential of the great Shelbys of yesteryear. Now the GT500's striking face and unmistakable Shelby signature announce that this thoroughly modern Mustang means business, bringing together the Shelby look and SVT's designed-to-drive philosophy.

“There's a huge backdrop in Ford's Design Studio covered with photos of our favorite Mustangs – many of them 1960s-era Shelbys,” says Doug Gaffka, design director, Ford SVT vehicles. “When it came to designing the GT500, there's no question the 1967-68 Shelby Mustangs inspired us. We tried to recreate the surface language of the '68 Shelby GT500, yet do so in a way that adds to the modern design of the 2005 Mustang – much like Carroll Shelby enhanced the design of the '67 Mustang.”

The 2005 Mustang design team also drew inspiration from classic 1967-68 Mustangs, the models that transformed the mild-mannered pony car into a muscle car with attitude. Envisioning an SVT model, the team tested GT500 design cues on the Mustang GT coupe concept that was unveiled at the 2003 North American International Auto Show.

In 2004, designers further developed the GT500 look on the Mustang GT-R, a race-bred concept with the dual purpose of foreshadowing SVT's Mustang design direction and Ford Racing's plans to return Mustang to road racing.

Classic Shelby design cues, including Le Mans stripes, create instant identity

The GT500 now comes into full light, punctuated by the classic Le Mans-style stripes that race along the top of the show car's “SVT Red” paint from nose to tail. The stripes recall the Shelby Mustangs that marked another important 1960's Mustang transition when Ford put it on track to becoming a racing legend.

The GT500 nomenclature is prominent in the lower bodyside racing stripe, another cue from the classic Shelby Mustangs. The use of contrasting color overbody stripes in auto racing was introduced when the first factory teams employed them on identically equipped and painted cars to help identify the different drivers.

Carroll Shelby adopted the stripes on his successful Cobra roadsters, and they quickly became part of his performance signature. Shelby striped all of his high-performance Fords to follow: the Daytona Coupes, Ford GT40s, Shelby Mustang GT350s and GT500s. To this day, Shelby's twin stripes are associated with Ford performance, evidenced by those on the 2006 Ford GT supercar.

Taking a page from Carroll Shelby's work on the GT500s of the late 1960s, Ford's design team took aggressive forms and shapes already apparent on the Mustang and further honed them for the GT500's taut and race-ready appearance. A new front fascia, functional air splitter, larger grilles, hood-mounted air extractors, unique rear fascia and an integrated decklid spoiler are all designs cues that are pure Shelby.

Oversized grilles and functional extractors designed for improved air management

Many Shelby Mustangs were raced – and raced hard . For the cars to consistently perform to their maximum potential, the engines needed to breathe as much cool air as possible. Shelby accomplished this on his cars by opening up the grille area and redesigning the lower valance pan to maximize airflow into the radiator. The Shelby Cobra GT500 employs that same idea with its reconfigured front fascia and oversized upper and lower grilles.

“The GT500's wide grille openings are imposing like a drop-jawed Cobra ready to strike,” says Gaffka. “If you saw that look coming in your rearview mirror, it would make you move out of the way quickly.”

The restyled fascia not only allows for larger grille openings for increased airflow but it gives a more angled, aggressive edge to the headlamp insets.

“The more aggressive fascia is actually a race-car design borrowed from the Mustang GT-R concept,” explains Mustang senior designer Keith Rogman. “It works well with the overall look of the GT500 because racing has such a strong connection with Shelby.”

Attention was paid to make the upper and lower grille openings above and below the front bumper as symmetrical as possible for a more unified look. The overall shape and form of both openings were designed in deference to the Shelby GT500 circa 1968 – and provide this car with a face that is strikingly similar to its predecessor.

Ford GT lessons used to design GT500's functional air splitter, rear spoiler

Very modern air-management technology, however, is evident in the details of the GT500. Forcing a large amount of cool air into an engine bay is only half the battle of performance cars. It is an equally difficult engineering task to get the hot air out without affecting form or function. To that end, the Shelby Cobra GT500's aluminum hood incorporates functional twin air extractors to help pull heated air out of the engine compartment and promote air circulation around hard-working components.

“The process we created while working on the body design of the Ford GT really helped us come up with the functional front air splitter and rear spoiler for the GT500,” says Jay O'Connell, SVT chief vehicle engineer. “It was essential that they provide measurable downforce at high speeds without detracting from the classic design.”

The functional front splitter is neatly integrated into the front fascia and helps limit airflow under the car at high speed. The science of air management also was applied to the rear of the GT500, where Ford GT wind-tunnel lessons were used to help design the “high-back,” rear-decklid spoiler.

Modern SVT Mustang Cobra design influence completes the design

The Shelby Cobra GT500 houses distinctive foglights in the lower outside corners of the front fascia – long a signature styling cue of Ford SVT vehicles. While original Shelby GT500s had driving lights set into the grille, the inclusion of the SVT style foglights indicates just how well traditional Shelby and modern SVT design elements work together.

Similarly, Gaffka's team decided to create a more modern rear fascia featuring diffuser-styled strakes and large cutouts for the dual chrome exhaust tips: “The rear fascia pays homage to the Ford GT supercar because the dramatic diffusers indicate serious high performance as part of the package.”

Rather than incorporate the full-across taillamps of vintage Shelby Mustangs, Gaffka's team kept the traditional tri-bar Mustang taillamps in another nod to blending modern SVT cues with the classic Shelby look. The taillamps are separated by a “gas cap” medallion that reads “Shelby GT500” centered on a Cobra image while bold “SHELBY” lettering stretches across the rear deck.

Cobra badge connects Shelby and Ford SVT

The Cobra snake logo featured on the rear medallion continues the tradition of both the vintage Shelby Mustangs and the modern SVT Mustang Cobras. It also commemorates the first time in 35 years a new Mustang has featured the Shelby name.

Continuing the snake logo tradition of past-generation Shelby Mustangs, as well as late-model SVT Cobras, the fenders each feature an updated design of the Cobra. For the first time on any SVT Mustang, the front grille features an off-center snake in place of the standard running horse. “GT500” is emblazoned inside the side rocker stripes. The SVT logo can be seen on the center caps of the 19x 9.5-inch aluminum wheels, a signature SVT location over the years, as well as on the doorsill plates.

“The Cobra logo is the perfect icon for the GT500,” say Gaffka. “It represents the history and performance of both Shelby and SVT. And, the Cobra badge shows the future of Mustang performance, melding Shelby and SVT into a thoroughly modern vehicle that still recognizes its legacy.”

Να και λεπτομεριες:

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
***BODY
Construction
Unitized welded steel body, aluminum hood

***ENGINE
Type
V-8
Manufacturing location
Romeo, Michigan

Configuration
Iron Block and Aluminum Heads

Intake manifold
Cast-aluminum with screw-type supercharger and air-to-water intercooler
Exhaust manifold
Cast iron
Crankshaft
Forged steel
Throttle body
Dual 55 mm, electronic

Valvetrain
DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Valve diameter
Intake: 37.0 mm
Exhaust: 32.0 mm

Pistons
Forged aluminum

Connecting rods
Cracked forged steel I-beams
Ignition
Coil-on-plug

Bore x stroke
3.552 x 4.165 in. / 90.22 x 105.8 mm
Displacement
330 cu. in. / 5,409 cc

Horsepower
More than 450
Torque
450 lb.-ft

***DRIVETRAIN
Layout
Rear-wheel drive
***TRANSMISSION
Standard (Type)
T-56 6-speed manual

Gear ratios

**1st
2.97
**2nd
1.78
**3rd
1.3
**4th
1.0
**5th
.80
**6th
.63
**Final drive
3.31

***SUSPENSION
Front
Reverse-L independent MacPherson strut, 34-mm tubular stabilizer bar
Rear
Three-link solid axle with coil springs, Panhard rod, 24-mm solid stabilizer bar

***BRAKES
Type
Four wheel power disc
Front
Brembo 14-inch vented and cross-drilled disc, four-piston aluminum calipers
Rear
Brembo 13-inch vented and cross-drilled disc, two-piston calipers

***TIRES AND WHEELS
P255/45R19 tires and 19 x 9.5-in machined aluminum wheels

***EXTERIOR
Wheelbase 107.1 in.
Overall length 188 in.
Overall width 73.9 in.
Overall height 55.7 in.
Track width, front/rear
61.9 in. / 62.5 in.
Ground clearance 5.71 in.

***INTERIOR
Seating capacity
4 passenger
Headroom
**Front row 38.8 in.
**Second Row 36.3 in

Legroom
**Front row 42.7 in.
**Second row 30.3 in.
Shoulder room
**Front row 55.4 in.
**Second Row 45.0 in.
Hip room
**Front row 53.6 in.
**Second row 45.2 in.
Cargo Volume 9.7 cu. ft.

H τιμη υπολογιζεται γυρω στις 35-40 χιλιαδες δολλαρια.

Μια και μιλαγαμε για το Corvette Z06 να και τι κανει η Φορντ.
Η Ford SVT που ειναι το τμημα βελτιωσης της Ford Σηκωσε παλιτ τ μανικια για το 2005.

Μετα το Ford GT με τα 550 αλογατα για 180 χιλιαδες δολαριακια η SVT αποφασισε να παραγει μερικα πιο 'καθημερινα' αυτοκινητα.

http://www.svt.ford.com/newsRoom.asp

http://www.svt.ford.com/newsSvtNYAS.asp

Οριστε το Mustang Shelby Cobra GT500

http://www.svt.ford.com/vehicleGT500.asp

Nα η ιστορια του:

MODERN SVT SUPERCHARGING DELIVERS OLD-FASHIONED SHELBY ‘BIG-BLOCK' POWER

Just as the original big-block Shelby GT500 was a big step up from the small-block GT350, the Ford Shelby Cobra GT500 show car's 5.4-liter V-8 is a big step up from the 4.6-liter V-8 used in the previous-generation SVT Mustang Cobra.

In fact, the 5.4-liter, 32-valve, supercharged V-8 configuration is similar to that of the 2005 Ford GT supercar, offering the right combination of classic Ford big-block power and modern technology. The result: More than 450 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque.

Using the Ford GT as a blueprint, SVT has given the GT500 more total horsepower than any factory Mustang in the muscle car's celebrated 41-year history.

“We are applying our Ford GT engine experience to the GT500 to bring over 450 horsepower to a much bigger enthusiast audience,” says Jay O'Connell, SVT chief vehicle engineer. “It really delivers on the essence of two great names in Ford performance – a mix of SVT's modern-day experience with supercharging and the Shelby GT500's heritage of big-block power.”

Engine internals upgraded for supercharging's power increase

With the stout cast-iron, 5.4-liter Triton V-8 engine as a starting point, the Shelby Cobra GT500 adds a screw-type 8.5-pounds-per-square-inch supercharger and water-to-air intercooler.

But, adding forced-induction power is more than just a bolt-on proposition. The engine's internals need upgrading for the sake of strength and durability. To that end, the Shelby Cobra GT500's powerplant benefits from unique connecting rods and forged pistons to handle the extra strain on the lower end of the block.

An all-new intake manifold helps to efficiently channel the supercharged fuel-air mixture into the cylinders. The low-profile manifold design also effectively packages the entire induction system under the GT500's special air-extraction hood. Fuel comes from a dual-bore electronic throttle body borrowed from Ford's 6.8-liter truck engine program. To manage heat produced by 450-plus horses, a larger radiator and increased-capacity cooling system also are installed.

Aluminum, high-performance Ford GT heads tout “Powered by SVT”

While supercharging is a key element in the Shelby Cobra GT500's ability to generate so much horsepower, another major contributing component is the design of the cast-aluminum, four-valve cylinder heads sourced from the Ford GT supercar.

Developed specifically for supercharged applications, these high-performance heads use high-flow ports and specially calibrated dual-overhead camshafts to deliver optimum engine “breathing” along with surprisingly good fuel efficiency and emissions. Also borrowed for use in the GT500 are the Ford GT's proven piston rings and connecting rod bearings.

To enthusiasts, the real beauty of any performance car rests with its engine. That idea certainly wasn't lost on Carroll Shelby because Mustangs that bore his name have traditionally brought his unique sense of style and personality right into the engine compartment. One Shelby signature feature – special finned valve covers embossed with “COBRA Powered By Ford” – soon became the envy of so many Ford V-8 owners that they quickly became one of the best-selling dress-up accessories on the market.

With that in mind, the GT500 is equipped with special “Powered by SVT” finned cam covers to hint at the beauty of 450-plus horses lurking inside. Mated to the Ford GT four-valve cylinder heads are unique exhaust manifolds that help to better scavenge spent gases out of the cylinders and into the custom-tuned mufflers and dual-exhaust system.

Strong, proven manual transmission to harness segment-busting power

Few transmissions exist in the marketplace today that can handle the torque loads generated by the supercharged GT500, so SVT engineers opted to stick with the proven heavy duty performance of the T-56 six-speed manual gearbox for the new Shelby. The T-56 first appeared in the 2000 SVT Mustang Cobra R, which was powered by a naturally aspirated 5.4-liter V-8 with 385 horsepower, and later in the supercharged 2003 SVT Mustang Cobra, whose DOHC 4.6-liter produced 390 horses. For the Shelby Cobra GT500 show car, the T-56 is geared to make the most out of the supercharged 5.4-liter's broad power band

Και αλλες πηροφοριες:

SHELBY COBRA GT500: Unmistakably Shelby and SVT with Classic looks, Modern performance

A powerful wave of nostalgia comes rushing back with a single glance at the Ford Shelby Cobra GT500 show car. Strong visual cues had helped signal the serious performance potential of the great Shelbys of yesteryear. Now the GT500's striking face and unmistakable Shelby signature announce that this thoroughly modern Mustang means business, bringing together the Shelby look and SVT's designed-to-drive philosophy.

“There's a huge backdrop in Ford's Design Studio covered with photos of our favorite Mustangs – many of them 1960s-era Shelbys,” says Doug Gaffka, design director, Ford SVT vehicles. “When it came to designing the GT500, there's no question the 1967-68 Shelby Mustangs inspired us. We tried to recreate the surface language of the '68 Shelby GT500, yet do so in a way that adds to the modern design of the 2005 Mustang – much like Carroll Shelby enhanced the design of the '67 Mustang.”

The 2005 Mustang design team also drew inspiration from classic 1967-68 Mustangs, the models that transformed the mild-mannered pony car into a muscle car with attitude. Envisioning an SVT model, the team tested GT500 design cues on the Mustang GT coupe concept that was unveiled at the 2003 North American International Auto Show.

In 2004, designers further developed the GT500 look on the Mustang GT-R, a race-bred concept with the dual purpose of foreshadowing SVT's Mustang design direction and Ford Racing's plans to return Mustang to road racing.

Classic Shelby design cues, including Le Mans stripes, create instant identity

The GT500 now comes into full light, punctuated by the classic Le Mans-style stripes that race along the top of the show car's “SVT Red” paint from nose to tail. The stripes recall the Shelby Mustangs that marked another important 1960's Mustang transition when Ford put it on track to becoming a racing legend.

The GT500 nomenclature is prominent in the lower bodyside racing stripe, another cue from the classic Shelby Mustangs. The use of contrasting color overbody stripes in auto racing was introduced when the first factory teams employed them on identically equipped and painted cars to help identify the different drivers.

Carroll Shelby adopted the stripes on his successful Cobra roadsters, and they quickly became part of his performance signature. Shelby striped all of his high-performance Fords to follow: the Daytona Coupes, Ford GT40s, Shelby Mustang GT350s and GT500s. To this day, Shelby's twin stripes are associated with Ford performance, evidenced by those on the 2006 Ford GT supercar.

Taking a page from Carroll Shelby's work on the GT500s of the late 1960s, Ford's design team took aggressive forms and shapes already apparent on the Mustang and further honed them for the GT500's taut and race-ready appearance. A new front fascia, functional air splitter, larger grilles, hood-mounted air extractors, unique rear fascia and an integrated decklid spoiler are all designs cues that are pure Shelby.

Oversized grilles and functional extractors designed for improved air management

Many Shelby Mustangs were raced – and raced hard . For the cars to consistently perform to their maximum potential, the engines needed to breathe as much cool air as possible. Shelby accomplished this on his cars by opening up the grille area and redesigning the lower valance pan to maximize airflow into the radiator. The Shelby Cobra GT500 employs that same idea with its reconfigured front fascia and oversized upper and lower grilles.

“The GT500's wide grille openings are imposing like a drop-jawed Cobra ready to strike,” says Gaffka. “If you saw that look coming in your rearview mirror, it would make you move out of the way quickly.”

The restyled fascia not only allows for larger grille openings for increased airflow but it gives a more angled, aggressive edge to the headlamp insets.

“The more aggressive fascia is actually a race-car design borrowed from the Mustang GT-R concept,” explains Mustang senior designer Keith Rogman. “It works well with the overall look of the GT500 because racing has such a strong connection with Shelby.”

Attention was paid to make the upper and lower grille openings above and below the front bumper as symmetrical as possible for a more unified look. The overall shape and form of both openings were designed in deference to the Shelby GT500 circa 1968 – and provide this car with a face that is strikingly similar to its predecessor.

Ford GT lessons used to design GT500's functional air splitter, rear spoiler

Very modern air-management technology, however, is evident in the details of the GT500. Forcing a large amount of cool air into an engine bay is only half the battle of performance cars. It is an equally difficult engineering task to get the hot air out without affecting form or function. To that end, the Shelby Cobra GT500's aluminum hood incorporates functional twin air extractors to help pull heated air out of the engine compartment and promote air circulation around hard-working components.

“The process we created while working on the body design of the Ford GT really helped us come up with the functional front air splitter and rear spoiler for the GT500,” says Jay O'Connell, SVT chief vehicle engineer. “It was essential that they provide measurable downforce at high speeds without detracting from the classic design.”

The functional front splitter is neatly integrated into the front fascia and helps limit airflow under the car at high speed. The science of air management also was applied to the rear of the GT500, where Ford GT wind-tunnel lessons were used to help design the “high-back,” rear-decklid spoiler.

Modern SVT Mustang Cobra design influence completes the design

The Shelby Cobra GT500 houses distinctive foglights in the lower outside corners of the front fascia – long a signature styling cue of Ford SVT vehicles. While original Shelby GT500s had driving lights set into the grille, the inclusion of the SVT style foglights indicates just how well traditional Shelby and modern SVT design elements work together.

Similarly, Gaffka's team decided to create a more modern rear fascia featuring diffuser-styled strakes and large cutouts for the dual chrome exhaust tips: “The rear fascia pays homage to the Ford GT supercar because the dramatic diffusers indicate serious high performance as part of the package.”

Rather than incorporate the full-across taillamps of vintage Shelby Mustangs, Gaffka's team kept the traditional tri-bar Mustang taillamps in another nod to blending modern SVT cues with the classic Shelby look. The taillamps are separated by a “gas cap” medallion that reads “Shelby GT500” centered on a Cobra image while bold “SHELBY” lettering stretches across the rear deck.

Cobra badge connects Shelby and Ford SVT

The Cobra snake logo featured on the rear medallion continues the tradition of both the vintage Shelby Mustangs and the modern SVT Mustang Cobras. It also commemorates the first time in 35 years a new Mustang has featured the Shelby name.

Continuing the snake logo tradition of past-generation Shelby Mustangs, as well as late-model SVT Cobras, the fenders each feature an updated design of the Cobra. For the first time on any SVT Mustang, the front grille features an off-center snake in place of the standard running horse. “GT500” is emblazoned inside the side rocker stripes. The SVT logo can be seen on the center caps of the 19x 9.5-inch aluminum wheels, a signature SVT location over the years, as well as on the doorsill plates.

“The Cobra logo is the perfect icon for the GT500,” say Gaffka. “It represents the history and performance of both Shelby and SVT. And, the Cobra badge shows the future of Mustang performance, melding Shelby and SVT into a thoroughly modern vehicle that still recognizes its legacy.”

Να και λεπτομεριες:

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
***BODY
Construction
Unitized welded steel body, aluminum hood

***ENGINE
Type
V-8
Manufacturing location
Romeo, Michigan

Configuration
Iron Block and Aluminum Heads

Intake manifold
Cast-aluminum with screw-type supercharger and air-to-water intercooler
Exhaust manifold
Cast iron
Crankshaft
Forged steel
Throttle body
Dual 55 mm, electronic

Valvetrain
DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Valve diameter
Intake: 37.0 mm
Exhaust: 32.0 mm

Pistons
Forged aluminum

Connecting rods
Cracked forged steel I-beams
Ignition
Coil-on-plug

Bore x stroke
3.552 x 4.165 in. / 90.22 x 105.8 mm
Displacement
330 cu. in. / 5,409 cc

Horsepower
More than 450
Torque
450 lb.-ft

***DRIVETRAIN
Layout
Rear-wheel drive
***TRANSMISSION
Standard (Type)
T-56 6-speed manual

Gear ratios

**1st
2.97
**2nd
1.78
**3rd
1.3
**4th
1.0
**5th
.80
**6th
.63
**Final drive
3.31

***SUSPENSION
Front
Reverse-L independent MacPherson strut, 34-mm tubular stabilizer bar
Rear
Three-link solid axle with coil springs, Panhard rod, 24-mm solid stabilizer bar

***BRAKES
Type
Four wheel power disc
Front
Brembo 14-inch vented and cross-drilled disc, four-piston aluminum calipers
Rear
Brembo 13-inch vented and cross-drilled disc, two-piston calipers

***TIRES AND WHEELS
P255/45R19 tires and 19 x 9.5-in machined aluminum wheels

***EXTERIOR
Wheelbase 107.1 in.
Overall length 188 in.
Overall width 73.9 in.
Overall height 55.7 in.
Track width, front/rear
61.9 in. / 62.5 in.
Ground clearance 5.71 in.

***INTERIOR
Seating capacity
4 passenger
Headroom
**Front row 38.8 in.
**Second Row 36.3 in

Legroom
**Front row 42.7 in.
**Second row 30.3 in.
Shoulder room
**Front row 55.4 in.
**Second Row 45.0 in.
Hip room
**Front row 53.6 in.
**Second row 45.2 in.
Cargo Volume 9.7 cu. ft.

H τιμη υπολογιζεται γυρω στις 35-40 χιλιαδες δολλαρια.

Ο χρήστης gavriil1 έγραψε:

Μετα το Ford GT με τα 550 αλογατα για 180 χιλιαδες δολαριακια η SVT αποφασισε να παραγει μερικα πιο 'καθημερινα' αυτοκινητα.

Ειμαι της εντυπωσης οτι το Τζι Τι κοστιζει πιο κοντα στα $150Κ...

Επισης δεν ειναι 'δημιουργημα' της SVT.

Εχεις δικιο. Λεγανε οτι εχει τιμη κατω των 150 χιλ δολ και το Ford GT team και το Ford SVT division δεν ειναι ενα και το αυτο.

Νικος

Ο χρήστης gavriil1 έγραψε:

Η SVT έχει ετοιμάσει καί ένα φορτηγάκι μέ καρότσα μέ 380 άλογα καί 0-100 σέ 5,2' άν δέν κάνω λάθος.

Εαν εννοεις για το μελλον, ναι, το Sport Trac Adrenalin SVT (390 αλογα)

http://www.acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=300634

Εαν εννοεις για το παρελελθον, το F-150 SVT Lightning (αυτο ειχε 380 το 2004)

Να και το καινουργιο.

Ο χρήστης HUNTER έγραψε:

Να και το καινουργιο.

Διπλοκάμπινο έ;
Σωστό αυτό.
Θα έχει καί τετρακίνητες εκδόσεις αυτό,ή θα παραμείνει ώς είχε;

Νομιζω θα εχει μονο τετρακινηση.

http://www.svt.ford.com/vehicleSportTrac.asp

Νικος

Ο χρήστης HUNTER έγραψε:

Περιεργο διοτι δεν πωλητε εδω, εδω και ενα χρονο. Δεν υπαρχει SVT οχημα σε πωληση το 2005 στις ΗΠΑ, λογο αναδιοργανωσης της SVT. Ο Κολέτι απωληθηκε.

Φυσικά αυτό πού λές,ΔΕΝ αναφερότανε στό περιοδικό πού τό έχει τέστ στήν Ελλάδα.
Κομπινούλα μυρίζει.

Ναι για το 2005 δεν υπηρξε SVT αυτοκινητο.

Λες να αγορασαν μερικα για να τα πασσαρουν στην Ελλαδα;
Απο την αλλη μερια σιγα το ενδιαφερον/περαση που θα εχουν.

Νικος

Ο χρήστης HUNTER έγραψε:

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Ναι για το 2005 δεν υπηρξε SVT αυτοκινητο.

Λες να αγορασαν μερικα για να τα πασσαρουν στην Ελλαδα;
Απο την αλλη μερια σιγα το ενδιαφερον/περαση που θα εχουν.

Νικος

Μέ λίγη διαφήμηση Νίκο,όλα μπορεί να συμβούν.

το φανταζομαι...

Ετοιμαστητε για το τεραστιο Αμερικανικης τεχνολογιας φορτηγο Αστραπη (η θα το βγαλουν αστραπογιαννο ). Με 380 αλογα θα κανετε τους αλλους να τρεχουν για να σας ανοιξουν δρομο. Και μετα μπορειτε να πατε μια βολτα στο ΙΚΕΑ και να φορτωσετε τα επιπλα σας.