Compare The 2025 Ford Mustang® GT Fastback vs Dark Horse™ - Irving, TX

The 2025 Ford Mustang continues to deliver excitement with its performance, iconic design, and comfortable interior. Many shoppers decide between the GT Fastback and the Dark Horse trims. Here's a concise comparison to help you decide.

Performance

The Mustang GT Fastback is motivated by a 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8 rated at 480 horsepower for brisk acceleration. You can choose a six-speed manual with rev-matching or a 10-speed automatic transmission.

The Dark Horse also uses a 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8 with special tuning that increases output to 500 horsepower. It's available with an uprated TREMEC six-speed manual or the 10-speed automatic. The Dark Horse adds a class-first Drift Brake, adaptive MagneRide suspension, and high-performance brakes.

Appearance

The GT Fastback has a muscular stance, a high-gloss black grille, and a vented hood. It rides on 18-inch Ebony Black aluminum wheels. Exterior color options include Carbonized Gray Metallic, Race Red, and Vapor Blue Metallic.

The Dark Horse has a more aggressive look, exclusive 19-inch alloy wheels, black accents around the headlights, and a larger rear spoiler. It can be specified with the exclusive color-shifting Blue Ember Metallic paint.

Features

The GT Fastback's standard equipment includes a 13.2-inch infotainment touchscreen and a digital gauge cluster. It also includes Co-Pilot360 safety tech, dual-zone automatic climate control, Track Apps, and a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.

The Dark Horse upgrades audio to a 12-speaker B&O premium system, while the GT Fastback has a standard six-speaker system.

If you'd like to learn more about how the 2025 Ford Mustang trims compare, contact Westway Ford today.