Ford just released a new supercar - a racing car celebrating a legendary anniversary!
When we think of super cars, the first brands that come to mind are probably Ferrari or Lamborghini.
But with this racing car, Ford have re-imagined a legend with a fascinating backstory!
History
In 1963, Henry Ford II wanted to buy Ferrari.
He thought the Italian flair could be positive for his company, and also he would help Ferrari increase its production.
But Enzo Ferrari declined the deal at the last minute - leaving Ford with a grudge, and a desire for revenge!
Ford decided to build a racing car on his own, and specifically one that could beat a Ferrari!
Then, in 1966 Ford created the GT40 and participated in the legendary 24-hour endurance race "Le Mans".
Although Ferrari had dominated this race for years, Ford managed to take first, second and 3rd place with 3 of his new GT40!
And now, 50 years later, Ford celebrated the anniversary by creating the 2017 Ford GT !
The company had already released a remake of the car in 2005, but the model never made it to victory.
This new version from 2017 on the other hand participated in the 50-year anniversary of Le Mans in 2016, and Ford managed to win!
Now, the racing car has become available for consumers (in a slightly altered version.)
Statistics
- Top Speed: 347 km/h (216 mph)
- Horsepower: 647
- Engine: 6 cylinders, 3.5l capacity
- Body: Carbon Fiber Monocoque with Integrated Steel Roll Cage and Aluminum Substructure
- Weight: Around 1,3 metric tonnes (3000 pounds - 300 less than a Ferrari)
- Price: Around $500,000
- Only 250 cars made per year
Inside the car
This car was made for a race track - not for regular streets.
So it's not very practicable, the seats are quite close together, the middle console doesn't have any more impressive technology than a regular luxury car, and the trunk is very small.
But all of that is not the point, this is a race car that just barely passed legal requirements for the streets!
The 2017 GT has a unique design with incredible aerodynamics.
The carbon fiber body is lightweight and there is a big rear at the back, which stabilizes the car and creates just the right mix between downforce and drag.
The car itself is very wide, about 2 meters, since width doesn't count much on a race track.
Some journalists from magazines like TechCrunch or The Verge have been invited to test-drive the Ford supercar, and wrote about their experience:
"The GT’s ice-cold performance forces you to focus on the most necessary elements of the car’s driving experience. Take the slatted metal paddle shifters just behind the steering wheel, for instance. They’re sturdy as they are thin, and they spring forward with slight flicks from your knuckles — a simple movement that comfortably thwacks the car in and out of its seven gears. (...) Every time I worked up the courage to push the throttle a little deeper, the car rewarded me with a new layer of speed. I could fly down the straights at over 100 miles per hour, stand on the brakes, and then dive into the corners, and the car was never unsettled."-Sean O'Kane for the Verge
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Very exclusive toys, but definitely a lot of fun 😬🏎
Nice!!!
strong cars!
Yes! It's a race car driving on regular streets! 🏎🏁
You know, I'm not normally a fan of Ford vehicles. However this GT looks sweet as all hell.
It's definitely an exception - every Designer said it was their dream job because it was such a special project
I wonder how many Steemens will hit it big and get one of these?
I really love this car! Especillay when the racemode is activated. The whole car lowers and the spoiler come up! :)
Yes the design is amazing!
Excelnte work dear friend @sirwinchester, this is an extraordinary post, I am a fan of fast cars, these images are amazing, thank you very much for the hitoria. Have an excellent weekend
Thank you for the kind words - have a great weekend as well!
From behind looks like some cartoon character, cool car!
It's definitely not something you see everyday :D
This car looks like a blade.
Definitely, sharp and quick
Did you know you can't adjust the seats? Just a little bit inclination and that's it! And how about four point aftermarket seatbelts when we're at it?
Yes I guess it's just barely inside the legal standards for a street car, but it's actually still a racing car inside!
I guess we can just dream :)
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this is officially my favorite super car, I was never a fan of American cars but this one is an exception!
Too bad they're all sold out! But even if you had the money, you'd need to have almost minor celebrity status to qualify.
This is a very fun and exclusive car. The technology is amazing and I really do like the fact that Ford decided to take selling this car on its own so dealers wouldn't mark them up for big prices. I have been able t see a few in person and they really are a work of art.