Recently released in SA, the Ford Mustang Mach 1 has been given two series of performance enhancements as well as some revisions to the suspension by Schropp Tuning, in an attempt to make it a more competitive sports coupe.
For those not familiar with the special edition Ford Mustang Mach 1, of which all 90 units have already been sold out here in South Africa, think of it as a halfway point between the GT and GT350. Under the bonnet sits the brands naturally aspirated Coyote 5,0-litre V8 with a power output of 338 kW and 529 N.m of torque. This can be sent to the wheels via a six-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission (not too different to the Bullitt edition).
Giving the muscle car more edge through the corners are the subframes and toe-link components borrowed from the left-hand drive-only Shelby GT350 and GT500. Furthermore, a unique 19-inch alloy wheel, with a 0,5-inch increase on the rear track and Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres, are fitted to the axle to enhance grip levels. This chassis is complemented by an electronically-controlled “MagneRide 2” adjustable suspension and stiffer front springs and anti-roll bars that are all tuned specifically for the Ford Mustang Mach 1.
Building on these refinements is Schropp Tuning who has fitted a custom set of SF-550 Eibach lowering springs which have been approved for speeds of up to 300 km/h. For more spirited drivers, the SF-550-R handling kit can be specified which takes the aforementioned kit and adds a set of swaybars.
For performance, Schropp Tuning has given the Ford Mustang Mach 1 two performance increases. The first of these is a custom software package which raises the output to 361 kW and increases the top speed to 280 km/h. The more conclusive option installs a supercharger kit to the engine bay which bumps power up to 515 kW and raises the top speed to 300 km/h. Unfortunately, the tuning firm has not noted any improvements regarding the torque figures.
