Design enhancements for 2013 include an all-new signature
lighting with two LED bar that commands attention at the front and rear.
Running along the rocker panels are now body-colored car, adding a more premium
look. In addition, the back has a new shiny black panel between the taillamps
and exhaust diffuser that surrounds the new quad-tip.
2013 Shelby GT500 offers two new sets of forged-aluminum
wheels, including wheels that are unique to the car with optional package. The
19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels are coupled with Goodyear Eagle F1
Supercar ® G: 2 tires in any configuration.
The new 2013 Shelby GT500 driving dynamics have been overhauled,
now working with Goodyear tires. The new Brembo brakes with six-piston ™
calipers in front and new wheels are also unique suspension tuning is needed to
make sure everything is harmonious.
The 8.5-liter aluminum-block V8 engine produces 662
horsepower and 631 lb.-ft. torque, so the highest-horsepower engine ever
produced in North America. Almost every part of the powertrain is optimized to
produce the additional horsepower, including a new supercharger, new
cross-drilled block and heads, all forged rotating assembly of the engine, the
camshaft profile is updated, upgraded head gasket, a new carbon fiber
driveshaft and upgraded clutch, transmission and axle.
A supercharger is larger and more efficient help more airflow
through the engine is the key to producing 662 horsepower. The new Twin
Vortices Series blower 2300 2.3 liter displacement and create a unique design
with a 5.8 liter engine.
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