Ford achieves a major milestone by setting a new lap time of 6 minutes and 40.835 seconds at the Nurburgring. This result places the Mustang GTD Competition far ahead of its closest rivals and marks a significant leap in performance. It beats the previous Corvette ZR1X record by more than 8 seconds and improves over the standard GTD version by a full 11 seconds.

The car driven by Ford Performance driver Dirk Muller was not a standard production model. It was the specialized Competition version, engineered with a clear goal which is breaking records. This achievement highlights how far Ford has pushed the limits of its performance engineering, delivering a track focused machine capable of competing at the highest level.

Ford transforms the Mustang GTD Competition through a complete engineering overhaul focused on power, weight reduction, and aerodynamics. The upgraded 5.2 liter supercharged V8 engine produces more than 815 hp, delivering aggressive acceleration and relentless track performance.

Engineers also reduce weight by introducing magnesium wheels, lightweight carbon seats, and optimized suspension components. These changes improve handling and responsiveness while lowering the overall mass compared to the standard model.

Aerodynamics play a key role in achieving this record. The car features a redesigned rear wing, front dive planes, and carbon aero elements that increase downforce and stability at high speeds. Specialized tires further enhance grip, allowing the car to stay planted through high speed corners.

Ford plans to release a road legal version of the Competition model in extremely limited numbers. While the official price has not been confirmed, expectations suggest it will exceed 330000 dollars. This places it well above many competitors and positions it as a collector level performance machine built for those who demand exclusivity and extreme capability.