Ford Mustang Gr.3 Road Car

aspiration

NA (Naturally Aspirated)

Group

Gr.N

Displacement

- cc

DriveTrain

FR

Height

1,280 mm

Length

4,845 mm

Weight

1,500 kg

Width

2,000 mm

Max Power

502 BHP / 7,000 rpm

Max Torque

53.3 kgfm / 6,000 rpm

Performance Point

PP 572.51

Manufacturer

Ford

Ford Mustang Gr.3 Road Car: A Fusion of Racing Heritage and Modern Innovation

The Ford Mustang Gr.3 Road Car is a striking blend of racing pedigree and street-legal flair, conceived as part of the Gran Turismo series’ Vision Gran Turismo initiative. While the standard Mustang is a real-world icon, the Gr.3 Road Car is a fictional variant designed to bridge the gap between track-focused performance and everyday usability, specifically within the gaming universe of Gran Turismo 7. This imaginative interpretation reimagines the legendary Ford Mustang as a Gr.3-spec machine adapted for road use, combining eye-catching aerodynamic elements and aggressive styling with the practicality required in a road-going vehicle.

Inspired by the discipline of FIA GT3 class racing, the Mustang Gr.3 Road Car inherits much of its design ethos from the racing variant. It features a powerful front-mounted V8 engine, wide fenders, a prominent rear wing, and a lowered stance for optimal stability and cornering grip. These modifications aim to deliver a dynamic driving experience reminiscent of the thunderous Mustangs that have torn up circuits around the world, from the American Trans-Am series to international endurance races. The Gr.3 in-game models are revered for their balance, raw power, and tunability, making them favorite picks among serious sim racers.

Though the Mustang Gr.3 Road Car doesn't exist outside the digital realm, it's firmly rooted in the Mustang's storied motorsport legacy. The real-world Mustang has been a formidable competitor in drag races, touring car championships, and GT4/GTD classes worldwide, exemplifying the venerable combination of American muscle and competitive agility. The Mustang Gr.3 Road Car in Gran Turismo 7 stands as a tribute to both Ford's historical racing success and the limitless imagination of digital car culture, giving players a chance to experience the thrill of piloting a machine that embodies both the spirit of the racetrack and the excitement of the open road.