The 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 has more gadgets, more horsepower, more torque and better gas mileage. The question we should be asking is not what is better about the 2010 Ford Shelby GT500. It is what is not better about the 2010 Ford Shelby GT500.

The 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 really packs a punch with its supercharged and intercooled 5.4-liter dual overhead cam V-8 engine. It has 540 horsepower and 510 ft.-lb. of torque. With all this extra power you might think fuel economy pays the price for that extra power, but the opposite is the case. The 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 gets an additional 2 MPG highway than the outgoing model.

The Importance of Sound

While there is nothing better than roar of a powerful engine, there is nothing worst than having a car so loud you can’t hold a conversation inside the cabin. That is why Ford has put so much effort into making the 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 a car that demands respect just for its sound, but is not too overpowering.

Patented resonators have been placed between the air filter and engine throttle body to gain the balance of sound that has been sought after.

New Gadgets

The 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 also includes a wide range of gadgets that all can appreciate including:

SYNC – A voice activated hands-free communication and entertainment system that is Bluetooth capable and fully  integrates digital media players.

911 Assist – When cell phone is connected to SYNC, SYNC will automatic call the local 911 emergency operator when the air bag is deployed. You are given a 10 second window to cancel the call before the 911 Assist contacts the 911 emergency operator.

Vehicle Health Report (VHR) – Information gathered from major vehicle control modules and a data packet is formed for you vehicle.

Ambient Lighting System with MyColor -Allows you to customize your interior lighting, with a choice of 7 base colors or 125 custom colors.

The 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 will hit dealer show rooms this spring.

For more information go to ford.com.