{"id":893942,"date":"2026-03-20T10:30:48","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T10:30:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/?p=893942"},"modified":"2026-03-20T10:30:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T10:30:48","slug":"video-driving-a-factory-dtm-mustang-in-portugal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/video-driving-a-factory-dtm-mustang-in-portugal\/","title":{"rendered":"VIDEO: Driving a Factory DTM Mustang in Portugal"},"content":{"rendered":"

Experience what it\u2019s like to drive a Ford Mustang GT3<\/a> race car at Portugal\u2019s Portim\u00e3o circuit, as CAR magazine<\/a>\u2019s James Dennison takes the wheel of HRT\u2019s #36 2025 DTM entry.<\/p>\n

Earlier in the year, Dennison drove the 815bhp Mustang GTD<\/a> and thought it was the ultimate Mustang\u2014until this. The GT3 is a full-fledged race car: louder, tougher, and built for endurance, instantly redefining expectations.<\/p>\n

Set at the Algarve International Circuit, the GT3 proves dramatically different from the road-based GTD. It\u2019s far lighter (around 1.3 tons vs 2 tons) with a 5.4L naturally aspirated V8 producing about 550bhp, delivering comparable power-to-weight. Built for racing, it features advanced aerodynamics, race suspension, and a stripped, functional cockpit.<\/p>\n

On track\u2014mostly in wet conditions\u2014the car delivers explosive sound, immense grip, and brutal physicality. It\u2019s less about straight-line speed and more about braking, cornering, and precision. The driving experience is intense, demanding, and deeply rewarding.<\/p>\n

Despite being a newer GT3 contender, it has already shown promise in DTM competition. Most impressively, it retains the raw, muscular character of a V8 Mustang\u2014blending classic muscle car attitude with serious race engineering.<\/p>\n