Ford GT (2017) (Supercar / GT Racecar)
The Ford GT is a dramatic, Le Mans-inspired supercar that channels Ford's modern racing comeback in a low-slung, carbon-intensive package. In road-car form it’s a mid-engine, twin-turbo V6 monster; in sim catalogs, the ford_gt_new variant often represents the second-generation Ford GT with its track-focused aero and race-bred attitude.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 3.5L twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 (mid-mounted, longitudinal)
Total Output: ~647 hp (481 kW)
Redline: ~7,000 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual
Weight: ~1,385 kg
Dimensions: ~4,779 mm long × 1,980 mm wide × 1,136 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,720 mm
Tires: Michelin Pilot Super Sport / track-oriented performance tires on lightweight forged wheels
Brakes: Carbon-ceramic discs with high-performance multi-piston calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The Ford GT is a high-speed, aero-stable bruiser that feels incredibly planted once it’s loaded up, but still demands respect on corner entry and throttle application. It’s not a tiny, nimble prototype — instead, it combines strong downforce, massive grip, and turbo torque in a way that makes it devastatingly quick on fast circuits and technical tracks alike. The chassis likes precision, and the car rewards committed braking and clean lines more than aggressive sawing at the wheel.
Engine & Sound: The twin-turbo V6 delivers a deep, muscular note with a hard-edged turbo growl and a sharp induction whistle under load. Power builds strongly through the midrange and keeps pulling hard up top, with the dual-clutch gearbox snapping off shifts cleanly. It has a distinctively modern, mechanical soundtrack that feels both exotic and brutally effective.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Strong front grip, with excellent aero support at speed. Can feel mildly understeery if you enter too hot.
Traction: Very good rear traction, though the turbo torque can still overwhelm the tires on corner exit if you’re impatient.
Braking: Strong, confidence-inspiring braking performance with good stability under heavy deceleration.
Top Speed: Excellent on straights, especially with the car’s slippery shape and strong power-to-weight ratio.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it smoothly and let the aero work for you. The Ford GT is at its best when you brake in a straight line, rotate the car cleanly, and pick up throttle progressively on exit. It shines on fast, flowing circuits where its stability and power can really stretch their legs.
Livery & Aesthetics: Few cars look as dramatic as the Ford GT, with its teardrop cabin, massive rear haunches, and functional aero tunnels. In race trim or road-spec livery, it has an unmistakably aggressive presence — equal parts Le Mans homage and modern American exotic.
Whether you're attacking hot laps or racing door-to-door, the Ford GT delivers a thrilling blend of brute force, aero grip, and blue-collar supercar drama.