"Gave Me Goosebumps", Record Breaking Ford Mustang GTD Driver Shows Us How The American V8 Beast Delivers
On August 7th 2024, Ford became the first American manufacturer to complete a sub-seven minute lap time on the infamous Nürburgring. This achievement will go down as one of the biggest moments in Ford's storied history, further cementing its legacy as one of the best high-performance carmakers of all time. Now, you can hear all about the experience from the driver himself, Dirk Muller, who piloted the incredible Ford Mustang GTD around the 'Green Hell'.
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2025 Ford Mustang GTD Engine/Motor 5.2-liter Supercharged V8 Horsepower 815 HP Torque 664 LB-FT Drivetrain RWD Transmission 8-speed Automatic 0-60 MPH 3.5 Seconds Top Speed.
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In a recent video dropped by Ford, pro-racing driver Dirk Müller explains every twist, turn and crest of the Mustang GTD's historic 6:57 Nürburgring Lap. Dirk is no stranger to the Nürburgring circuit. The German driver is one of the finest to lap 'the ring', and he proved it by winning the 24 Hours of Nürburgring in 2004. Dirk has won many pro racing championships, and has been associated with car manufacturers such as Porsche, BMW, Ferrari, Mercedes-AMG and now Ford.
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Dirk Müller praises the Mustang GTD throughout the video, emphasizing its performance, power, and comfort during the demanding lap around the Nürburgring Nordschleife. Dirk offers us a corner-by-corner breakdown of his lap, and goes on to explain critical techniques like braking, throttle control, and maintaining momentum, which allowed him to set the record. He also mentions how the Mustang GTD performed in difficult track sections such as the Hatzenbach, Flugplatz, and Karussell, and their unique demands.
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Dirk frequently mentions the GTD V8 engine's roar, describing it as exhilarating and capable of delivering goosebumps. We can't say for sure what the GTD sounds like in person, but we have seen the , and even through a laptop speaker, it sounds incredible. Dirk also points out the Mustang GTD's ability to accelerate powerfully and maintain high speeds, such as reaching 174 mph in certain sections. The Mustang GTD is described as being "really active" in dynamic sections, able to handle bumpy terrain, compression zones, and challenging corners with precision. Dirk also emphasizes how comfortable the GTD was, even under the stress of a high-speed lap. This further proves how well-made the Mustang GTD is. It's a powerful American sports car that is faster around the Nürburgring than a Porsche 911 GT3 .
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5.2-liter Supercharged V8
Transmission
Eight-speed dual-clutch
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815 HP
Torque
664 LB-FT
0-60 MPH
3.3 Seconds (EST.)
Top Speed
202 MPH
The Ford Mustang has for decades been known as the quintessential American muscle car . However, today that is no longer the case. The Mustang has evolved into something far more sophisticated, and it is now one of the best-selling American sports cars . It may have been defined by straight-line speed, aggressive styling, and an affordable entry point into performance driving once upon a time, but the modern Mustang has transcended its muscle car roots. The Mustang GTD takes it up a step further with advanced engineering, precision handling, and supercar-level performance.
The Mustang GTD is one of the best Ford performance vehicles to have ever been created, and it will no doubt become one of the most iconic American cars ever created. Unfortunately, the Mustang GTD is not for everyone. Only 1,000 units will be made, as of now, and more than 7,500 people have already applied to buy the $325,000 car.
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