Ford GT Race Car '18

aspiration

TC (Turbocharger)

Group

Gr.3

Displacement

3,500 cc

DriveTrain

MR

Height

1,030 mm

Length

4,763 mm

Weight

1,200 kg

Width

2,045 mm

Max Power

527 BHP / 6,500 rpm

Max Torque

62.4 kgfm / 4,000 rpm

Performance Point

PP 723.02

Manufacturer

Ford

Ford GT Race Car '18: A Legendary Competitor Born for the Track

The Ford GT Race Car '18 is a modern embodiment of Ford's enduring legacy in motorsport, particularly rooted in its storied history at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This car descends directly from the Ford GT supercar platform, engineered exclusively for competition by Ford Performance in collaboration with Multimatic. The '18 race variant continues the lineage of excellence first established by the iconic Ford GT40, which famously ended Ferrari's dominance at Le Mans in the 1960s and set a standard for American innovation and racing prowess.

The 2018 Ford GT Race Car was designed to compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. Its target was not only to honor Ford's centennial return to Le Mans in 2016 but also to further push the boundaries of aerodynamics and advanced materials. With its carbon fiber construction, mid-mounted 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine producing competitive power, and highly refined active aerodynamics, the GT Race Car was built to maximize speed, handling, and reliability on the world’s most demanding circuits.

On the track, the Ford GT Race Car '18 achieved notable successes. In the 2018 season, it delivered multiple podium finishes in both WEC and IMSA series, continuing to challenge the likes of Ferrari, Porsche, and Corvette. The car’s distinctive livery, advanced technology, and undeniable performance cemented its status as both a fan favorite and a symbol of Ford’s relentless pursuit of victory in endurance racing.

In automotive culture and racing simulation games like Gran Turismo 7, the Ford GT Race Car '18 is celebrated not only for its storied background but for its competitive edge, precise handling, and the technical sophistication it brings to the virtual track. Whether experienced in real life or in digital racing, the Ford GT Race Car '18 stands as a testament to the continual evolution of Ford’s racing DNA, inspiring enthusiasts and racers around the globe.