The Mach 1 driver has a manual transmission versus a 10-speed auto for Ford's latest pony. On paper, one would think the Ford Mustang Dark Horse is an easy victor in this pony-versus-pony showdown.

Their edge of grip is smooth at the limit and, with a similar Torsen limited-slip diff to the Mach 1, the Dark Horse hooks up well out of slow corners. We sample the ten-speed auto on the track too.

Assembled by Oklahoma-based Classic Recreations, the ‘Hitman’ build began with an original 1969 Mustang Mach 1 body ... Ford Mustang Dark Horse on the Route Napoléon – the greatest driving ...

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