Is the 2020 Ford Shelby GT350R a BETTER Mustang than the Shelby GT500?
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- The Shelby name always represented the highest performance when associated with the Mustang. There are now two Ford Performance Mustangs duking it out for Shelby supremacy. The GT350R is a track weapon like none other. This Voodoo powered Shelby is perfectly balanced when it comes to power & handling. The all new Shelby GT500 is here to reign supreme for total horsepower dominance. It's 5.2L Supercharged V8 pumps out 760HP, but does it make it the BETTER Mustang?
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24:30 one of the best reactions you’ll ever see! People focus on BHP, 0-60 and other numbers... folks, it’s about the emotions! The sensation. The engagement. 25:30 - Joe is almost in tears!! Just. Awesome.
Thanks for saying that! You are so very right!
@@RaitisRides disagree the horse power in GT500 causes more emotions
I love your enthusiasm for the manual transmission, it might be slightly slower than a DCT but makes up for it in driver involvement and fun. (Save The Manuals)!!!!
mike B thanks man! #savethemanuals
Spot on
Yeah it's funny when I got my mustang I had people ragging on me for getting a manual telling me how if I would have got the 10-speed I could be getting to 60 almost a second faster. And I'm just like when did getting to 60 a second faster become worth giving up the fun of having a manual transmission?
@@4touchdowns1game29 People who tell you that don't know what fun is. 0-60 time doesn't automatically make a car fun, think tesla. Also most people can't tell the difference between that short time you lose in the manual. I've never heard of anyone getting picked on for getting a manual before, wow that's crazy.
People can’t even focus on the road & off thee phones. Let alone try to drive a manual car these days. Your asking a lot from these humans today! 😱🤣🤣🤣🤣
Wooooooh. There was I asking for a side by side review of 2 cars and boooom Joe delivers. 👍🏻 I love the GT350.
Gareth Hood you guys deserve the best! I love the GT350.
12:33 that exhaust sound is magical on the 350r.
The handling on the gt350r looks sensational
It truly is Richard!
Oh Boy... Here We Go! 😬
GT-350R = Track Car / GT-500 Cobra = A Whole Lotta Street Fun!
Liking the sound of the 500 better... Interior, the 350 takes it, and the 500 should offer a rear seat delete option.
Personally, I'd have to go with the 500, the 350 wouldn't survive a day on metro Detroit area streets!
Potholes have forced Detroiters to own SUV's, not the hard winter's!
Great Job on the comparison, Joe! Thanks! 🏁🏁
I'm liking the rowing of my own gears. ;-)
@@RaitisRides If it weren't for my mobility issues, I'd be in total agreement with you!
You said it yourself, the 500, would be easier on ones left leg! 😬
Donald M. Gawron very true!👍🏻
@@RaitisRides The, "R", version of any performance track car, is absolutely the way to go... 😁
@@donaldoc Oh yeah!
Gt350... going to be a collector!
This is very true!
Most Genuine Car Review UA-camr!! All of your reactions, the "WOOOWs", The Zonks, The twinkies, The "On Throttle"!! amazing sir. commenting from Canada!!
Thanks Ezra for your awesome support! It really means the World! Stay say!
Manual, manual, manual Bro!!! Keep Crushing It Joe! You do the Best and most exciting reviews, hope you are still getting the 350 Heritage 👍
So far that is still the plan, but we will see how this whole thing plans out. Thanks for being so supportive and awesome!
Don't have time for no manual..just want to put the peddle to the medal..all that shifting, leave it to the jack off boys
@@bio400 You're Weak Bro!!!
@@TMERUNNR why cause I prerfer a automatic?..look at the 911 turbo s..clpwm
@@bio400 I have no problem with your preference of automatic, but don't name call and troll those who prefer to drive manual by calling them jerk off boys, not cool and saying that stuff makes one option extremely Weak.
Again another long Raiti's Rides episode. 🥳 41 minutes long. Love watching long videos like this.
I am os glad you are loving this one. The battle of the Shelbys!
34 minutes long correction. I think I was way too excite about it. XD
@@stellantistom6881 You have every right to be ;-)
Joe, your ZONKS are always right on! And YES the $1000 carbon fiber interior option should include the console as well ! I'll take the 500 in Iconic silver all day long ! Thank you.
Thanks for letting me share it with you Robert! I really appreciate your support!
Joe, another bad ass review with 2 bad ass Stangs! I’m 11 shots in thanks to the 11 zonks/zonkings!!! My heart is also with the S. GT350R, my God what a car 💪🏼
I am so glad that I could share this with you! Thanks for your support!
DAMN IT R.R... that’s a loaded question!! The force is strong in this one!!! If I have to freaking choose between the GT350R and GT500 my money goes to the GT500. My personal choice however is the base GT350 as I’m not in the market for a track car. Honestly you honestly can’t go wrong with either. So the best is the one you love and can more importantly afford .. I’m gone 🤣🤣🤣
1. Man said "put the venom in me"
2. He creams his pants at 25:28
3. Perfect video I love it 👍
Thanks for letting me share all the fun and excitement with you!
LMFAOO
@@RaitisRides 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🥊🥊
Man your face at 25:22 thru 25:30 was awesome. I knew you were gonna go crazy. Awesome video fantastic. Nothing like the manul shifting. 😀
beautiful machines joe, I hope yours arrives soon !!!
Carlos Estrada thanks man!
Joe Raiti... You sir, are THE BEST automotive reviewer on UA-cam! Always a pleasure to watch your videos, keep em coming man. Oh and can't wait for you to pick up your Shelby gt350! Hopefully Walker Ford gets that allocation!
Im sorry but I like that GT 500 man living in California I don't have a lot of time to be shifting, and its way too much traffic out here. I like both Mustangs but I would have to choose the GT500
Joe, I'm here from the future to let you know that you have one of those 350R's sitting in your driveway! It's yours bro!
Another top shelf review from Joe 👍
Base 350 is where it’s at. Tremec 6spd, add a Whipple and ride off into the sunset.
Love the way you actually step on the throttle Joe so we can actually hear the car and see how it accelerates. Not like some other reviewers (yawn).
Can't beat that flat plane crank on the gt350 and the 6speed manual. Better sound, high revving and more fun.
I know I’m not the only one who wants to buy rati a Shelby gt350r and his own personal race track cause he just deserves it for being the best person/content creator
Love your reaction while driving the GT350R😀😀
My GT350R puts a smile on my face every time I drive it.
Such a great video Joe, truly felt like I was in each car. Coming from a Hellcat owner, with the A8 trans, I could easily see myself in that GT350R rowing gears all day long. Thanks for such amazing videoes!!!!
That is so awesome my friend! Thank you for letting me share it with you!
Great honest review! I have a 350R and have been looking @ the new gt500. Most of the reviews I've seen of the two cars have been done by people who own both, and just like with kids they won't pick a favorite.
because of your videos i ended up buying a 2019 GT 350R! no regrets, its even better than how most people can even describe in words!
That is so very awesome man! What color did you go with?
@@RaitisRides I was out looking for the best deal possible around the country, so I was not too picky about color since these R models are hard to find without a mark up. I ended up finding a new one locally for a couple thousand below MSRP!!!! It ended up being the metallic grey with black/red stripes. It also came with the technology package and carbon fiber interior bits. I have been watching this car since 2015! but at that time my life style did not allow me to really enjoy one, since I was always traveling for work. But I kept up with always reading and watching videos about it. Honestly, this car is so unreal. There is nothing like this at all out there, what an incredible job they did putting this one together. IMO this will be a car that will go down in the history books, decades from now people will talk about this one and remember it, just like how they talk about the 65' GT350.
You already know I'm taking the gt500! Mine has already made 930 whp and about to be over 1000 to the tires! With bolt ons. Absolutely ridiculous!
The voodoo can make well over 1000 with turbos. Just recently watched a video on one with 1400hp!
@@ardenfraser8948 can you actually use that power without loosing traction tho?
@@ardenfraser8948The Predator will hold 1000whp much more reliably than a Voodoo.
Another spectacular review Mr. Joe! Wow that 350R is glorious! What a review! 😱
Thumbs up for the Big League Chew reference.
I like the way you think!
Thank's Joe for the GREAT Vlog I agree with you on the GT350R it's one bad ass SHELBY MUSTANG. Thank you once again for all your hard work. From all your fans up in Beautiful Vancouver British Columbia Canada. 👍👍👍😎
you might have seen the yellow gtr near langara college
If the GT500 was in Rapid Red, It would be in my garage as soon as I could afford it...
Nicely done Bryan.
@@RaitisRides Just going to wait until dealers aren't charging 20-50 grand over sticker...
Joe. I just watched your 3 yr old review for Shelby 350. I have definitely learned alot about these.
I really appreciate thanks! Thanks for being so supportive!
Raiti: Best in-depth and thorough car reviews on Y-Tube. "The size of Ronald McDonalds head," pure gold. Going with the R here minus the wing and with different wheels though. Loved watching you wind them out.
I'd go with the GT 500. It's imo the best daily driver of the two. My Mustang isn't a weekend car.
I can understand where you are coming from Lynda.
Thanks Joe for continuing to produce content. Stay safe and take care.
You are so very welcome! Thanks for tuning in and caring about me. You do the same!
Your videos are sensational. Your passion resonates right through 👌❤️.
Make me feel like I'm right there with you in the passenger seat.
That is so awesome of you to say! I am so glad that I can share my passion with you!
I assume you know the 2019 and 2020 GT350's have a upgraded engine block that is the same spec as the one in the GT 500 except that there is no flat plane crankshaft in the GT 500. The 2019 and 2020 Gt 350's should give customer's added piece of mind toward stronger engine life. There have been many 2015 to 2018 GT 350 engine failures indicated here on UA-cam. I realize UA-cam is not a suitable sample size for significant data for Voodoo engine failure but the information here could scare off a buyer or two. Thanks Joe! Love this content!!!
Those rear GT350R delete seats look mighty comfortable. Like plush drop-ins you just fall into.
Just went back and watched this. I'm loving that Iconic Silver in the sunlight! Brighter than my Magnetic Metallic 2018 PP1, but that color is being discontinued. Iconic Silver is what I'm thinking of for my 2021 Mach 1. It will have similar black and red accents, which I think will look great.
I have never seen Raiti get so excited over these two mustangs.
I was so waiting on a review of both side by side. Awsome awsome video
Nice vid Joe. I love my ‘19 GT350. Best driving car I’ve ever experienced and it’s my favorite of any I’ve ever owned. On the other hand, would I take a car over it that has 234 more horsepower and handles equally? Of course.
You.re the best! Looking forward to your channel growing!! Thank you!
Joe was way wrong here. No comparison between the gt500 and 350. Gt500 far superior in every single way.
Thanks for sharing your Vote Ken.
I must admit I'm just catching up on your videos. That was insane and really intense at the same time. That looked beyond fun. Awesome. That's a twinkie for each car you smoked.
As "JERSEY SHORE" as you are you have so mutch information about mustang. Thank you i check your videos for all my mustang choices and possibly next buy
Great review as always. Joe got a little moist accelerating the the GT350R.
I like both and if I had the room and money both. If the game is “Would you rather?” I choose the GT500.
I can understand where you are coming from.
I love your channel. Let’s play “Would you rather?” GT350, GT350R, GT500, C8 or F8?
You forgot to mention the dealer markups on top of the MSRP!
LOL
I had a 1969 and 1970 Shelby GT500 they had the 427 high riser 780 haul of course headers and turbo mufflers I have the XL super coil wires and plugs and they were perfect
That is so very cool Douglas!
Love this dude! Gotta have those race Twinkies.
Blerd Paradox yes sir!
Great video Joe love the grabber green can’t wait to see your car.
Thanks Kenneth!
Great Review ..... I love that you have the same love for the GT350 as I do. !!! ......... SUPERB reviews, keep it going !!!!!!!!!!
Really cool review. Cant wait to see you sending it in your shelby
Thanks my friend!
Great video on the Shelby congratulations on your 350r you work so hard you deserve it
Thanks Tommy! We will see how it turns out with the factories being shut down.
You will getting it soon
@@tommysmith2719 Thanks brother!
The manual would be my choice, although shout-out to ford for making a Shelby that can beat the Mopar boys and Camaros on the drag strip and on the track. That DCT is no joke
Every day zonk man! I love this dude's personality!
Thanks for saying that! I really appreciate your personality!
I like the zonk’s as well. He gives an honest review, which fans appreciate.
Chris thar means so much!
Keep these Mustang videos coming! 💕😍
You got it Brendon.
Good review! I enjoyed watching the test drive - very interactive thx
You are so very welcome!
Great Review! Both cars are beautiful. On the 500 I see the auto shift selector knob matches my wife's Explorer. No Bueno.
Agree!
I’ll take the GT500😍
Can't go wrong with either!
I like the digital gauges better than the analog. Analog gauges remind me of something in the 80’s. Just kidding I had to say that..lol
Joe, keep crushing it! Thank you for this review. Hopefully in a few years I'll be driving a Shelby again.... And best believe it's gonna be a 350R
Great job - really getting into the unique details of each car. 😎👍🏻
Thanks Charles! I appreciate you letting me share it with you!
If your going to spend around $75,000-$80,000 on a Shelby it really just depends on whether you want a ton of power to go in a straight line or if you want extremely great handling around a track. Me personally I would buy the GT500.
the GT500 is faster in a straight line, faster around a track AND move livable as a daily than the GT350R.
@@stormzybanksy I agree
Ford vs Ferrari is a great movie. A must watch for Ford fans or all car lovers in general.
I totally agree with you!
Great review also learned a little bit with the history of the cars 👍
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
Hay Raiti, Great review on these awesome machines! I can’t remember, did you order the GT or R model 350? I purchased a 2016 avalanche grey GT-350 and love it! It’s been a great car. Keep up the great content👍 Can’t wait till you get your car!
Thanks for the compliment Bob. I actually ordered a GT350R. Congrats on your Avalanche grey GT350. That is one of the best colors.
Joe, that iconic silver is my favorite color! Hopefully I can get a 350 this year!!
It's so sexy!
I've got an '18 GT350R in Lightning Blue, have to agree, the manual Tremec cranks up driver involvement.
If I could listen to one sound before I die it would be the exhaust of that 350R 😵
I totally agree with you Joseph!
Great detailed review Joe! Amazing content steady 😎🤘🏻
Thanks Ryan!
I have the GT350 and I am getting the GT500 for my channel later this year. I traded my redeye in for the GT350 its the best drivers car for the money.
Congrats
“My name is Carroll Shelby and performance is my business”
You nailed it brother!
Thanks to you I bought an R today your video's made me do it and I thought I would happy with the 350 BUT NO a low mile Magnetic w Black OTS showed up local for sale ! OMG my dream car is mine ! Best reviews keep up the great fun ..it's.not really work.. right?
Unfortunately those of us dealing with California traffic have transitioned to automatic transmissions.
That is a great point Johnny!
Was there a dealer mark up on the 500? I hear some dealers going into the 6 figures
Not that I know of!
Shout out Raiti! Subscribed. Your reviews are great.
Thanks Ryan! I really appreciate that ad thank you for joining the Raiti's Rides family!
Joe, both cars are awesome but seems the sweet spot is GT350r in terms of combination of handling and power. Not sure if you need 760hp but hard to go wrong with either car. I believe there is a carbon fiber track pack available for the GT500, that would be great also. I can only dream, both are beyond my financial resources.
One day Cyrus, one day!
Great real world and genuine feedback after driving back to back.
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I agree with you the GT350 has more to offer for the true driving enthusiast, but your points about the day to day drivability of the GT500 is probably its strength. Both packages are powerful and well balanced but if you plan to drive your Shelby Mustang daily then the GT500 has room to be the stronger argument. For me, the GT350 was the way to go but maybe at some point a GT500 could be its stablemate.
Never seen somebody get so excited about a car that's slower than it's GT counterpart. I like the way the GT350 looks over the 500 but at the end of the day it's all about power.
I don't know why I keep on repeating this video. GT350R, great car, I always talk about it, even to girls, cannot wait to have mine, or maybe a Gt500. Ford makes cars for people who love cars.
You are so very right Bruce! Thanks for rewatching!
Great review. Both are awesome cars, but I’m in love with 350. I have my non r 350 ordered since January. Hoping the world and the plant in Flat Rock returns to normal sooner than later.
I totally agree with you Chuck!
Very nice video!! Enjoyed watching it
Yeah I agree with the zonk on the GT500 headlight black outline, they shouldve made that part open where the air can get thru and should help the aero. Other than that, love this review on the legends of Muscle🔥🔥🔥🔥 ...and I know there’s no words to describe it, just a huge smile says it all.
Thanks for letting me share it with you my friend!
Raiti's Rides no problem brother!
How are you Joe? If I were to go to choose one of the Mustang. It would be the silver one.
I am doing awesome! I'm going Silver as well.
@@RaitisRides have a rapid red 2020 gt350, but I’m actually considering a 2nd one in silver because it looks so damn good - and yet silver is one of the most boring colors on any other car.
That Engine sound is insane, Music to my ears. the Fiesta Flash
I know how you feel Mike!
Joe flippin' us all off at 17:04!
Flat plane crank w/manual > supercharged DCT
I like the way that you think.
I fully agree, I just prefer the styling as well on the 350’s. I also think if you want the added power of the gt500 you could supercharge the 350 and still have a lighter, faster package
Always
RV H yup.
RV H - Ford went with a cross plane not flat plane, due to problems with excessive vibration.. when you use the supercharger you need to use the smoother 5.0 cross plane but larger 5.2l. I think Ford felt the DCT was best match for performance and efficiency. The flat plane is matched with manual for highest performance with sound. I guess ford felt that the DCT was better with the higher hp supercharged engine.
Again, who would of thought haha. You worked hard and got your dream car Joe 😁👍🏾 19:36
I would take both! but if I had to drive one the regular gt350 would take it for me
GT500 over GT350R any day!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one!
Every time I watch you do the road portions of your vids, IDC what car it is, you make me want to get in my STi and go do bad things! HAHAHAAA! Cheers!
I am so glad that I can share that feeling with you! I appreciate your support!
Bought my wife a gt350R because of this video now we both have one
That is awesome. A couple that GT350Rs together, stays together.
Hey Joe, I enjoy your channel. Quick question. Are there any updates on how the generation 2 Voodoo engine is holding up compared to the Generation 1? The generation 1 had some big oil consumption issues which led to engine failure. The dealers were replacing the gen. 1 at one point and sending off the broken engine to Ford. At one point there were some people that were on their second engine with very few miles.
I'm looking at buying a stock Mustang GT 2 years old but with Magneride, then adding a blower and some other upgrades so will get an end product quicker than both these vehicles and have savings in my pocket at the end too. It's a win-win for me :)
I hope that one day you can compare the Shelby 2020 gt500 with the new 2021 match 1. I love your videos
I don’t have the heart to tell him nobody puts apple pies, hotdogs, or Twinkie’s in their side door storage.
badass cars! 😍😍hey joe is it better to order a car or wait for it? thanks!
Well when you order a car you have to wait for it.