USA vs USA — 1967 vs 2015
| Mustang Fastback GT | Mustang Shelby GT350 5.2L Voodoo V8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 225 hp | 526 hp |
| Torque | 312 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 4,736 cc | 5,163 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 7.5 sec | 4.3 sec |
| Top Speed | 121 mph | 174 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 15.5 sec | 12.5 sec |
| Weight | 2,900 lbs | 3,648 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,743 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Length | 4,699 mm | 4,784 mm |
| Units Produced | 472,121 | — |
| Original MSRP | $2,692 | $59,440 |
| Value (Excellent) | $85,000 | $85,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 4/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback GT brings lighter weight, better value to the table, and the 2015 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 5.2L Voodoo V8 answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Ford Mustang. The 1967 and 2015 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 2015 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 5.2L Voodoo V8 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 526 hp compared to 225 hp, a 301-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Ford Mustang uses a V8 OHV displacing 4,736 cc, while the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 relies on a V8 DOHC 32V flat-plane crank with 5,163 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2015 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 5.2L Voodoo V8 edges ahead at 4.3 seconds versus 7.5 seconds. The Ford Mustang carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 748 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.