760hp Shelby GT500 or 1000hp Twin Turbo Mustang GT.. Which is the better car own?

[@Biganttheplug]

I am not a ford fan but that Shelby is a bad bad boy

[@legendarylifer9235]

Agreed. Only stang I’d def get!

[@toddreeder3082]

Agreed just no leg room for big and tall fella but man I appreciate them!

[@DWH300]

Both cars are fantastic. The difference is the GT500 is made for multi purposes. Dragstrip or in the track. Thanks for sharing the GT500 because very few people see these in you face monsters on the streets. What I've personally noticed. The GT500 is a very refined overall package that all the major auto magazines comment rivals many Super cars. The other standout items are it's amazing DTC transmission and the built 5.2 Predator Coyote based engine. Your GT is what anyone wanting a beautiful sleeper monster muscle car would love to own including myself. Your a lucky man.

[@domoniquewilliams9728]

These cars are 2 different classes.. built vs bought.. some ppl have prefrences. A built Gt is fast after 30k is invested in upgrades. The shelby motor is built for boost with lower compression and forged internals. Simple bolt ons will make a Gt500 1100wheel with stock internals and stock tranny.

[@leopapio683]

GT500 is the jack of all trades, and from factory you can build it to 1000whp with bolt ons. Yours is purpose built though. Me I'd go with GT500 because you can always do a simple pulley swap. Plus the I love the DCT

[@ResonantFreq528]

I would definitely do the GT500. There is just something about having that 🐍. I know I’ve always wanted a 69 GT500 so that may be part of it as well.

[@GreenBlueWalkthrough]

You can always get a base $27K ecoboost or a base $35k GT and send it to shelby to have it modified or use Shelby parts.

[@ResonantFreq528]

@@GreenBlueWalkthrough How do you do that?! I own an eco and would love to do that!

[@CrossfireGamingNetwork]

Its better to do the gt500. Its a more special car. A limited car. Also will hold its value longer term. Its also more rounded.

[@JeremyS86]

@@ResonantFreq528 "i own an eco" Thats unfortunate im sorry

[@ResonantFreq528]

@@JeremyS86 nothing unfortunate about it, I love my car! It was built to my specs!

[@bryandelcid4065]

There is just something special about the Shelby that, who cares how much HP a GT can have, just puts a smile on your face. It’s the sound, heritage, neck-breaking, and just plain out a built machine that’s just great

[@shawnpetty3837]

One vehicle has depreciation (well...used to lol) the other will hold its value for a lifetime. That definitely is a big consideration over build vs buy. It would have to be the GT500 for me although I think I still prefer the 2013-2014 variety over the new ones. Great video as always!

[@tharagz08]

GTs absolutely still have depreciation. If you don't think they do, you haven't been in the market recently.

[@shawnpetty3837]

@@tharagz08 I know depreciation still exists especially with regards to paying markup and eating all of that. It was mainly relative sarcasm.

[@tharagz08]

@@shawnpetty3837 GTs do not have markup. Mach 1s and Shelbys do, but I can say from experience as I have purchased a GT and Mach 1 within the past 3 months. You can get the GT for ~5% off MSRP without much fuss. Mach 1s on the other hand, especially the manual I bought, are a struggle to find at MSRP. GT500s sitting on the lot absolutely have markup and you will not find one at msrp. This is all based on new vehicles

[@shawnpetty3837]

@@tharagz08 that's great to find anything under MSRP let alone a Mustang. Here we are still seeing 2-3k over for run of the mill GTs before any negotiations.

[@PotatoSlayingHobo]

The 13-14 500’s were sweet I wanted to swap one of those motors in my fox lol but they’re so damn expensive 🥴🥴🥴😵‍💫

[@jtc1964x]

GT500 all day UNLESS my budget couldn't take it. These days, the factory hi-po cars are so well done and so well sorted out that you really can't touch the overall package. Sure you can go cheaper for faster. But is it bulletproof? Can it handle and brake like the GT500?

[@gotdamnjimi9758]

Yes 😂 it’s all an investment.

[@michaelbuteau4183]

I forgot to say awesome video thanks for being straight up you always give everybody enough information so they can make an informed decision if they are actually going to buy or build a car like these 2

[@Crazy8ts]

E85 tune on that shelby though and a small pulley for more boost and its probably going to be 900 horsepower and with that dual clutch is just unbeatable.

[@ZayTRD]

The Gt500 is a beast it’s really personal preference between a standard GT over the GT500. I always wanted a Shelby Mustang for the heritage of it and the value. Can’t go wrong either way.

[@tyarnold4088]

My 21 GT has half your power. Wow. That twin turbo is pulling hard. Impressive.

[@evenmoreguap8143]

Great video as always but this was something I really wanted a comparison for.

[@LeadfootLou]

Outstanding video!!! One of the best comparison videos I’ve seen. You were not biased at all even though the coyote is your car. Most reviewers and people in general can’t be objective when their vehicles are involved. The GT500 is a beautiful car and does get lots of looks from bystanders. Unfortunately it’s mostly male bystanders. 😞 Keep up the great work👍

[@joefilipelli3867]

The grin on your face at the 16:55 mark is one of someone who knows that this car will rip your face off 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@chadpittman7826]

Awesome content buddy 👍💪🔥

[@avocado9763]

Prop rod! You just cannot embarrass Bill Ford. My 05 Mustang gt had the flat, cheap grey plastic interior as they have today. Nothing but the best vinyl. Great job Racer X

[@DefinitelyNotYouThankGod]

That GT500 is bad ass! You’ll kick ass on those! Great upload X🤘😎

[@silvershelbygt500]

I bought my 835hp 2014 GT500 with the 5.8 over 2 years ago for $49k 2 months before cov-aids hit. It only had 9600 miles on it. I can sell it for a lot more today, and it'll never lose its value. Also I prefer the s197 body style over these, but they're still cool.

[@motiv8d111]

So you bought a car not to drive it?

[@ranware2779]

S197 over s550 all day long

[@silvershelbygt500]

@@motiv8d111 who said I don't drive it numbnuts?

[@motiv8d111]

@@ranware2779 for looks yes. For performance nope.

[@ranware2779]

@@motiv8d111 swap those gens around. Tell me what car is superior.... s197 with a gen 2 or gen 3 swap.. hell it doesnt even take a gen swap.. now if you're referring to cornering then yea but anything else not in this timeline

[@SovereignKnight74]

Not gonna lie, that Cobra is a looker! Sounds FANTASTIC! I'm thinking that blacked out grill is to give it that look that the AC 427 Cobra had with that big opening in the front. Being a fan of the AC 427 Cobra, I like that! What a fantastic video, Racer X! Fantastic! As a side note, I just saw your subscriber numbers and I thought of the time when you were at 50k. What a journey! On behalf of Racer X, I want to send a HUGE thanks to all those that made Racer X's dream possible! Without you, this would never have been possible! You all rock! This also applies to all the new subscribers! Welcome! Enjoy the ride!✌

[@RacerX9]

Thanks buddy 🤜🔥

[@DavidJSmith-hl6kb]

I AM A OLD SCHOOL FORD GUY FROM THE 60'S AND MY FIRST MUSTANG WAS A 1966 FORD MUSTANG COUPE!...I FIXED IT UP INTO A 66 SHELBY GT350 COUPE!...MY FAVORITE MUSTANG WAS THE 69/70 SHELBY GT500 AND I'VE BEEN LOOKING AT THE NEW LIMITED EDITION SHELBY AMERICAN BUILT 2022/23 SHELBY GT500 KR WITH 900HP+! BUT TODAY IN 2022/23 I WOULD LIKE TO BUILD A CUSTOM BUILT 69/70 SHELBY GT500 (BODY WISE) WITH A 2020+ SHELBY GT500 DRIVE TRAIN AND INTERIOR!...I AM LOOKING AT A TWIN TURBO 427 CU. IN. NELSON RACING ENGINE PUTTING OUT 1000HP+ USING 91 OCTANE (I LIVE IN CALIFORNIA) MATED TO A DCT TRANS USING A SPECIAL BUILT ADAPTOR!...I AM JUST SAYING!...GOD BLESS AMERICA! 😇

[@themetalgameralexmontalvo8088]

if im gonna use the car to race the 1/4 mile yes I will buy a GT 5.0 and build it as I want but if what I want is the car for the looks and to use it to go around take care of it because 20 years from now will be a classic? I will go with the 500 eyes close and no remorse, not everything is about race and being the fast car in town.

[@canadianvideos6094]

I love building a car, but it’s great to have a well-sorted chassis to start with. I think that’s what makes the Mach 1 so compelling to me. Supercharging that platform is really interesting in my opinion, I’m actively shopping for one now.

[@motiv8d111]

So pay alot of $$$ and don't drive it so it holds it's value (GT500) or buy a 5.0, spend half the $$$, and have more HP and drive it without worries. Yup, I love my 720whp Procharged 2020 GT. Even better, at car shows sitting next to the GT500, there is no mistake who made the better smiles per miles decision. If I wanted an investment I'd put my cash into the stock market, not a car.

[@UR_AL_SHOOK_UP_21]

Great video bro

[@razorfingers]

Great video bruh!

[@ms3ben]

GT500 you’re getting a hand built motor with a relatively large supercharger, DCT, huge brakes and a much more sorted suspension. GT is clearly the better bang for the buck if straight line acceleration is the priority. RacerX talks like the gt500 is all low-end which isn’t true. It’s actually pretty soft down low and makes it’s power in the mid to upper rpm. Highway acceleration is no slouch either for factory with warranty at low 7 sec 60-130. Obviously a built boosted GT will easily gap a stock GT500. Also when you build a car you should factor in the cost of when shit break as well. Something youtubers rarely talk about.

[@markszczepaniak5888]

Racer X you really do a great job on information and testing, I am not a modern day muscle car rather the early 70's mopars and can't teach an old dog new tricks but enjoy the content to keep me in touch on the latest and greatest. I sure hope most of the non subscribers read this and subscribe & like. Support this channel because this man does a lot of work to make everyone of these videos and needs our help to make it even better. Thankyou Racer X.

[@RacerX9]

Much appreciated my friend.

[@jasonbyassee7541]

My cousin and I would cruise all over the Dallas area back in the second half of the 80’s. No matter where we went, there was a race to be had back then. These days I can drive my Mustang across town, and it’s completely ignored. 🤣🤣🤣

[@dragvan1937]

If I made 200k a year maybe I would go with the GT500 but with what I make the GT 5.0 is what I could afford. I just don't fit in ether car. So charger widebody is what I would drive

[@thullraven1]

Nice video, Bro. I think it depends on a lot of factors. No wrong answer. Both aren't cheap. For someone with the funds that wants a performance beast and isn't into modding, the GT500 is the way to go, plus you have all the factory warranties in place for a bit.

[@earache_srt8790]

Bilt versus bought? I wanted an SRT-10 or something similar. I was told that I should just go out and buy it over build something similar. Guess what ? I like getting advice but at the end of the day I have got to be me . I like my 2005 Ram with a 392 Hemi because it's different but very similar to an SRT-10. Mine is not a collector's item and doesn't have the value but, It's given me great joy 😀. Either way it is a sort of rare truck and when people notice what's different about my truck it starts some fun interactions. I think building over buying is a more involved and interesting option that drives the owners enthusiasm 🤔.

[@GreenMan-em2jd]

The question is unfinished. Whichever the question the answer may change. The answer is relative to the question. If you are asking which is better bang for the buck when it comes to horsepower/racing then the 5.0 is the clear winner. If the question is which would you prefer then that will boil down to the taste of the person answering. If you are asking which will hold its value better then the Shelby. The answer will change depending on the question.

[@RacerX9]

Very true.. this is why I leave it up the person answering. I leave it vague and its very subjective

[@mistressplettetko]

I definitely would choose built *eyes your twin turbo stang* over a bought cobra any day of the week. I prefer to work and build those cars

[@mistressplettetko]

@KZbin Legend so I'm trying to get noticed just because I have a preference to building up a vehicle? 🤔🤔 Seems like you aren't to happy with my preference and wish to put me down for having it instead of just carrying on with your day. Well if you wanted to get noticed, I noticed you for a moment. And now I don't any longer. Have a good day🤗

[@benzband]

I can't stop looking at how amazing the GT500 is. The Mustang GT looks like a family car compared to the GT500. I don't care how fast the Mustang GT is. I can't get past the looks.

[@gotdamnjimi9758]

🤦🏽‍♂️What you said literally doesn’t make any sense and is pointless. The video is of him modifying the power to be superior to the gt500. You comment on the looks and how the GT looks like a family car. 😂For 2-4k you could have superior looks too with the GT. It would be different if you said the heritage and value. That right there would makes sense.

[@megadog5743]

Which one will be in the shop more often? I’d rather buy the stock performance because I don’t have time to mess with things. The little free time I have Id rather be driving instead of tinkering but that’s my situation for now.

[@joshreynolds729]

How about gt500 then build that with twin turbos 🤣. Who said you can’t eat your cake to? Good video.

[@superstarsatus1629]

I got a 3.7L but I got a lot of things I want to do to it imma freak it and leave the 3.7L badge on it getting a engine build bout 1200 hp whole new make over changing the interior braking system tires change exhaust with fire spitting

[@no_lft_shft]

Maaaaaan I've been debating trading in the hellcat for that gt500

[@Alteris85]

Built for me. There's always going to be those bragging rights and satisfying about building something fast vs buying something.

[@Aerozona23]

the orange color is real nice

[@michaelbuteau4183]

I would much rather have the Super Snake, cars aren't much fun if they're just sitting at the Speed Shop .I've had a couple built cars in my lifetime and you are always trying to get the bugs out of those cars seems like there's always something busted on them ,where the car that has a warranty it's like take it out beat the crap out of it if it breaks bring it back to the dealership and then take it out and beat the crap out of it some more much more fun

[@chriswoods4232]

I'd love to have a super snake F150 . Please do a video on one!

[@SirJamesTND]

OEM quality with a warranty always wins

[@wg8290]

If I could afford to buy the car, I would rather have that for reliability. It seems that built cars always have issues.

[@UR_AL_SHOOK_UP_21]

Ya thats true but i would say if u want a reliable fast car that would run low 11s all day 5.0 10speed headers and e85 and u will have a car u can commute with and a car that will last

[@thullraven1]

@@UR_AL_SHOOK_UP_21 Good Luck trying top find E85 gas on a cross country trek. I'll pass.

[@tyarnold4088]

@@thullraven1 good point and I agree. But even headers and a good 93 tune can really wake up the engine. You would be plenty fast and a easy cross country driver.

[@DWH300]

@@thullraven1 You change the tune from E85 to 93 octane using your on board tuner. You temporarily lose some power until you change back to E85, but it handles your concern.

[@thullraven1]

@@DWH300 It's a pain. Too much trouble. I don't track my daily driver anyway, so it's not worth converting to E85. I have access to a Ferrari when I need a track day. 😁

[@ralphhall9434]

I would do the gt500 more reliable stock still alot of power.

[@asdf51501]

While a 1000+hp Mustang would be fun, I chose to buy a GT500.

[@avocado9763]

Great explanation.

[@toddreeder3082]

Nice Paul but I know from the Jailbreak vid you miss Mopar 😉 😆

[@goblinzl1]

imo cftp is a must for a gt500. nothing wrong without it but it makes it stand out.

[@chriswoods4232]

For alot of people it's gonna be the instant gratification lol.

[@LamontBoucherville]

I choose my V6 challenger,, gas prices are ridiculously high

[@jrrogersstang4696]

Hell no 🤣🤣🤣😂👌🏿

[@hairychesticles1]

@@jrrogersstang4696 my scatpack still cheaper on gas than my old 250 even at these prices

[@jrrogersstang4696]

@@hairychesticles1 that's great 🔥👍🏿

[@asdf51501]

I’m lucky in that I’ve driven just 1500 miles last year. For me, gas prices can double again without impacting my budget.

[@dolphinfan1493]

There a lot of Better options for gas then a V6 challenger… you’re slow and still get bad gas 😂

[@justinkrizenesky]

GT solely for the 2018+ headlight design. The 15-17 design is a dealbreaker for me compared to the new ones.

[@goodnoodle4337]

Same bro! 🤦🏻‍♂️, it would look 10x better with the new headlight design tbh

[@justinkrizenesky]

@@goodnoodle4337 i get why they didn't do it, same with the 19+ ZL1, but it truly makes the car look silly.

[@michaelschwab9563]

What's wrong with the Headlights in the 15-17? I think they're amazing

[@BRAINFxck10]

I never knew Mustang fanboys we're such snobs, "oh the headlights are dealbreakers" Bro they're 90% the same, the average person won't tell the difference, it's not gonna effect the drive, and you can't even see them when you're driving but it's a deal breaker for y'all LMAO 🤣🤦‍♂️

[@justinkrizenesky]

@@BRAINFxck10 if I'm gonna spend $40k+ on a car, don't ya think I should think it's perfect? That's what I thought. Besides, you were spot on for every point you made, besides the fact that I drive a Camaro...

[@pharoahmonk50]

A lot of work went into both cars. Both are very fast. I love rowing my own gears. So I guess I will stay NA.

[@ST_DCT]

As much as I like your TT, I like the aggressive style & performance of the Shelby, performance that is covered by a warranty 😉 I also added the hood struts for $100 😆 If you want a track/sleeper car, your car is a beast and extremely desirable, but if an all around performance car with all the bells & whistles is what you want, GT500 wins no question, but as you said there is no wrong answer, it's all subjective to the owners wants & needs.

[@jesusm2159]

Saludos Racer X. The engine cover for mustang gt must be removed on those mustangs 2019-20.

[@derrickhead]

500 all day no questions asked tho i would love to see a test drive of a shelby gt500 king of the road down in vegas 1000 hp

[@geneevans7885]

IMO if the Shelby from 14and 15 are the ones to get.

[@CoyoteAUS]

Only reason I’d buy a GT500, GT350 or Mach 1 or any special edition Mustang for that matter is to enjoy it stock and hold its value. But if you want serious performance that will honestly leave the above stock stangs for dead and you don’t care about a devaluation asset just get a GT 10R80 and Mod it accordingly.

[@paulhudgins5120]

I consider myself a Ford guy, this is in my wheel house, even the car that I truly would take over all, would be a Shelby GT350. But this is a great video, really nice comparison. I would surprise people, it would be the your built Mustang GT over the GT500. Yes the GT500 is more track specific, but just love the moded mustang GT's and the Coyote mated with the 10R80 trans in the GT's one hell of a combo, and yes yours is a freaking fast as $hit missle for sure. Thanks bud great content.

[@CoyoteAUS]

Yes, trust me a Whippled 10R80 with quality drive train and suspension mods renders the GT an incredible drag car, and actually depending on the actual suspension/brake/wheel set up it can also handle like its on rails around corners.

[@puzo-we3hp]

I got my 2019 GT 7k Miles now. But, I like WD Hellcat 4D. 🔥

[@Landscapepiccasso]

got a 2001 GT at home with a 4.6 2 valve I also want that same Turbo kit any heavy duty transmission options you have for sn95 or recommendations excuse me

[@goblinzl1]

i never knew a gt500 was limited at 180 where a zl1 can hit 200. yes gt500s are faster stock.

[@fr33_candy]

Shelby all day. It's the look of that car

[@xXcashXx3]

Starting to find good deals for gt350 in the low 50k high 40k 👀👀👀👀

[@Smasher-Devourer]

GT will always be the best bang for the buck. The GT500 is a rich boy toy. You buy the GT500 when money isn't an object. The 500 will probably be a little more reliable than a modified car, though.

[@skipgumphrey9579]

Not to mention that the resale value on the Shelby will likely shame anything built at home. I’m just happy to have my 19GT with bolt ons lol

[@Lauria43]

How does it compare to the Mach 1? The difference between a scatpack to Hellcat?

[@booombyybyy]

Both have the Same gen 3 coyote block but the gt500 has more badass internals, heads, boost, and trans

[@kingrabbit101]

Rear end, axles, cams…. So basically literally completely different engine and car lol.

[@vincentnorris9627]

Built but not too extreme as 1000 hp. Maybe around 700hp and a little quieter in the vehicle cabin.

[@By_Any_Means_Necessary]

Well if it's free or given to me it's the Shelby hands down but if it's my hard earned money I'm definitely taking the modded gt all day

[@kd-jj1rn]

Obviously the GT500 its Factory with all that power it's going to be more reliable all day long

[@BADCAT1]

The GT 500 looks like a bigger car. Wider and taller. Is that just the camera angle?

[@TJ90532]

What does a strip kit cost?

[@chrism6880]

But how much power could the Shelby make if you built it out

[@RealTCR]

Gt500 has better transmission warranty looks sound engine plus it holds more value, holds value, modes, shifter , track, features, wow factor/ shock. 500 is the winner no diff

[@Maur460]

Hey X, I stay in TX (Houston) my biggest question is if your sleeper TT kit is able to be used as a daily even in the crazy rainy days we get every now and then? Would like the same kit for my 21 GT, just don’t want water sucked into the under mount turbos

[@Maur460]

Also if I could, I’d get both a Monster GT sleeper, and a modestly modded fbo GT500🐍

[@Oliee7]

Can you review a 2022 subaru brz

[@michellemartinez1744]

Nice mustang GT 500

[@YoteNick]

I have the same hellion twin turbo kit. On my gen 2 5.0.

[@michaelschwab9563]

Gen 2 All Day 👍🏻

[@debo_lt4_zo6]

The GT500 it comes with a warranty

[@jizzyjake6783]

For free I'd go with the GT500 because I'd could get more for it and buy something else besides a Ford.

[@AYO_KO]

Personally I’d take a 350 R over both. But if I had to choose, I’d take the GT500 SE bc of that widebody. To have 345s in the rear, that DCT, The Shelby badges and I could just as easily make that an 850hp Grip Monster

[@QuinLIVE]

Shelby for the looks alone

[@darylthomas4676]

can't afford either one so i'll take both! LOL!

[@ddufrane050987]

Doing hellion twin turbos on my scat pack

[@pbcapri]

The 500 is sexy but i just dont find them comfortable. Challengers is much better however i prefer the camaro

[@razorfingers]

I feel like starting a channel called Speed Racer 😂

[@dtruth5769]

Factory modded always worth more than customer modded. And usually done better! No offense X

[@RacerX9]

No offense taken lol

[@jabcmw1]

I like that you NEVER show the speedometer

[@readyon3506]

Does your Mustang have Stock Motor and Transmission ?

[@RacerX9]

Yes it does

[@2wheelsonly614]

Beasttttt

[@JohnSargent-r4l]

The one you wrecked? 😢

[@no_lft_shft]

Yeah give me the gt500 with the warranty and relatability. "Built not bought" doesn't mean what it use to mean. It use to mean you built that thing in your garage with your hands. Now it means dropping it off at a shop and handing them money. These days it's all just bought. I'll take the Shelby gt500. 100%

[@kennethtaper3592]

Gt 500 cost is due to it comes with a warranty if you bought your car from the factory making 1000 hp you would be paying a lot more than the Gt500 is really simple

[@mikehoncho7165]

GT 500 all day.

[@everythinguneed5210]

both cars are different in there own way one being a turbo car vs a supercharged car, will come back to that n a sec.....built vs bought, it is for 2 different people, that want different things, the one that wants the bought car is probably a person that does not want to build a car, and just wants 2 go fast with the quote on quote top of the line car vs the built guy wants his car to be done the way he wants it just 4 him......the bought guy wants a warranty, however if he kisses that motor with a ham sandwhich such a tune etc, then bye bye 2 the warranty.....honestly turbo cars are the way 2 go if u want POWER......thats why the GTR kills everything, it puts the power down, AWD and when built there is NOTHING that can touch it, UNLESS u have a car that can put the power down as good as a GTR.....the GT500 is cool, but it's nothing special.....ok yeah the DCT and the motor, but i have seen built 6R80 and 10 speeds KILL at GT500 for way less money......so if you have a NEW GT500 u can easily get touched that is 4 SURE, so dont think ur KING and all...lol

[@frankie072]

The GT500 is such a beautiful car ,BUT then ford /shelby decided it needed a big pimple on it and they put that dial in the console instead of a shifter,That has annoyed me since the first time i seen one.I actually would never buy one for that 1 reason,it kills the car for me.

[@mrbane8721]

You mean bought then built, vs bought? Still need to drop a stack for a 5.0.

[@GrimSRT8]

The GT500 will *DESTROY* the GT TT on the track, so the choice is obvious to me. That said, I find the GT500 front end to be super busy and ugly. So can I get a GT350R Heritage Edition instead?

[@cesarpolanco3623]

He said this wonderful 10 spd🤣🤣🤣🤣 idk man but that 10 spd is everything but wonderful but it does makes the car faster

[@jermainejpshepherd2778]

Built 4 me. Doing the work is so satisfying unless you're lazy. Lol.