The Ford Mustang GT500 is a mighty beast, offering 760 horsepower and a 0-to-60 time of just 3.3 seconds. An upcoming version of its electric cousin, the Mustang Mach-E, can nearly catch it, with zero emissions.
Neither car is the base model most buyers will drive. The GT500 is a high-performance model with a supercharged 5.2-liter V8, dual-clutch Tremec automatic transmission, and a price tag nearly three times the cost of the cheapest Mustang, at over $71,000.
The Mach-E GT Performance Edition will be a similarly boosted model, making “just” 480 horsepower. Its real muscle comes from 634 lb-ft of torque, thanks to the always-available torque associated with electric motors. The Mach-E also boasts MagneRide adaptive suspension system that adjusts to conditions to keep the car cornering well. Ford claims, in figures released today, that it will make that 0-to-60 sprint in just 3.5 seconds, while maintaining a range of 235 miles on a charge. Final pricing is not yet available.
The Mustang and its electric sibling aren’t as alike as you might think. They share few parts, making the Mach-E essentially a different car. But, with both car shoppers and automakers growing more focused on electric vehicles, the first all-electric pony car that can keep up with its gas-powered stablemates is big news.
