# 5 V6-Powered Cars That Outperform Ford's Mustang GT These V6-powered performance cars leave the Mustang GT in the dust. - **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com) - **Published:** 2026-07-14 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/f89a4856-716e-4761-9d60-c56ab175b7a2 ## The Rise and Fall of V8 While the Ford Mustang GT's 5.0-liter V8 engine is an icon of American performance cars, manufacturers are now shifting to smaller turbocharged V6 engines. In some cases, these engines can outperform their V8 counterparts. ## Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing With its twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter V6 producing 472 hp and 445 lb-ft of torque, the Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing hits 0-60 mph in 4 seconds. Though pricier than the Mustang GT, it offers a blend of luxury and performance. ## Nissan Z Nismo The Nissan Z Nismo's 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 delivers 420 hp, enabling a 0-60 mph sprint in 3.9 seconds. A modern take on Japanese sports cars, this model is a compelling option for performance enthusiasts. ## Audi S5 and RS5 The Audi S5, with 362 hp, may have less power than the Mustang GT, but its all-wheel-drive system helps it achieve 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds. The RS5, with 630 hp, competes with supercars. ## Nissan GT-R R35 The Nissan GT-R R35's 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 produces 600 hp and 481 lb-ft of torque, launching it to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds. Though no longer in production, it remains a legend of V6 performance. ## Price-Performance Trade-off The Mustang GT starts under $50,000, making it more affordable than its rivals. However, brands like Cadillac, Audi, and Nissan offer a blend of luxury and high performance, targeting a different segment. ## The Future of V6 Engines Thanks to turbocharging, V6 engines can now match the performance of V8s. This shift allows automakers to focus on more efficient and eco-friendly engines, making V6s a serious alternative for performance enthusiasts. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.slashgear.com/2211990/v6-engine-cars-accelerate-faster-than-new-ford-mustang-gt/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._