What is the difference between the 2024 and 2023 Mustang?

The Ford Mustang is a series of American automobiles manufactured by Ford. In continuous production since 1964, the Mustang is currently the longest-produced Ford car nameplate. Currently in its seventh generation, it is the fifth-best selling Ford car nameplate. The namesake of the “pony car” automobile segment, the Mustang was developed as a highly styled line of sporty coupes and convertibles derived from existing model lines, initially distinguished by “long hood, short deck” proportions.

What is the difference between the 2024 and 2023 Mustang?

Notably, the 2024 Mustang’s V8 engine receives an upgrade, now boasting an impressive 480 horsepower compared to the 450 horsepower of the 2023 Mustang GT. The 2024 Mustang GT can be equipped with the active-valve exhaust system for even more power, pushing its output to an impressive 486 horsepower.

The 2023 and 2024 model years offer the choice of an EcoBoost turbo 2.3-liter, inline-four engine or a potent Coyote V8, 5.0-liter engine. Notably, the 2024 Mustang’s V8 engine receives an upgrade, now boasting an impressive 480 horsepower compared to the 450 horsepower of the 2023 Mustang GT. The 2024 Mustang GT can be equipped with the active-valve exhaust system for even more power, pushing its output to an impressive 486 horsepower.

The 2024 version’s V8 engine enhancements are attributed to a dual intake, an upgraded oil pan, and a dual-throttle body. The four-cylinder engine also receives a power boost for 2024, with updates to its variable cam timing, direct injection system, and bore-to-stroke ratio resulting in 315 horsepower. Additionally, the 2023 introduces the Mustang Dark Horse model, a track-focused version that impressively generates 500 horsepower from its 5.0-liter V8 engine, available with a 10-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission.