MJS54
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- Dec 31, 2023
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Lately I’ve been watching video’s where the Dark Horse (6 speed man) is barely breaking under 4 to 60MPH…Motortrend made a claim of 3.8 secs with the auto. Then I recently saw a video in which an older Roush supercharged Mustang simply devoured the Dark Horse. Then other videos where the DH goes against the Shelby’s and doesn’t stand a chance. Just disappointed that I’m not seeing evidence of the Dark Horse getting to 60 in less than 4 secs. In the beginning the Dark Horse was really pushed as an explosive 500HP monster (well it does weigh nearly 4000LBs), but now I’m seeing it just as heavier version of a fully loaded GT. In fact, Hennessy posted a video of the Dark Horse just barely eeking out a performance pack GT, in a roll and drag race. Ford should have made it at least 525HP and increased its torque to 450…but maybe they’re saving it for the 2025 Dark Horse. You know a lot of other performance cars will be challenging you at stop lights, highways, etc. Not sure, at this point that the DH is up to the task. Is it possible that the DH is only a bandaid for not continuing with the Mach 1 while waiting for the next next generation Shelby to come out (maybe). Bottom line: Does the DH live up to its hype. And does it live up to its “killer looks? “ Would love to hear from current owners. Mine is still on order. In the meantime, every weekend I’m rowing through my gears in my ‘01 Z51 C5 coupe…will do 4.6 to 60 (not bad for a 23 year old car…). Your thoughts?