Chevy C8 Corvette vs. Ford Mustang Dark Horse: American Supercar Showdown

Chevy C8 Corvette vs. Ford Mustang Dark Horse: American Supercar Showdown

Can the Pony catch the Stingray in this American muscle car match-up?

It might surprise you to know there are buyers out there cross-shopping Mustangs and Corvettes. Specifically, we’re talking about the base Chevrolet C8 Corvette, whose pricing and power numbers seemingly put it in range of the top-of-the-line Ford Mustang Dark Horse.

Of course, there’s more than just spec sheets and window stickers to consider when weighing these two American muscle car icons. This is especially true when considering their radically different approaches to chassis design, engine placement, aerodynamics, and cabin comfort. Here’s how things shake out when putting the C8 Corvette and the Mustang Dark Horse head to head …

https://www.motortrend.com/features/chevy-c8-corvette-vs-ford-mustang-dark-horse/

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