Ford is bringing open-air performance to its most powerful Mustang variant yet with the new Dark Horse SC Convertible. The formula is largely unchanged from the coupe, with the major difference being the addition of a convertible roof.
The Dark Horse SC is powered by Ford’s supercharged 5.2-liter V8, producing 795 horsepower and 660 lb-ft of torque. A manual transmission is not offered, leaving the seven-speed Tremec dual-clutch automatic as the sole gearbox.
A More Relaxed Take on Mustang Performance
The Dark Horse SC occupies an unusual position in the Mustang lineup. It delivers substantially more power than the regular GT and Dark Horse, while remaining less extreme than the GTD.
That positioning makes the convertible particularly suited to drivers who want the performance of a six-figure Mustang without giving up the experience of open-air cruising. Ford already offers the regular Dark Horse and GTD exclusively as fixed-roof coupes.
No Track Package for the Convertible
The Dark Horse SC Convertible will not be available with the coupe’s track package. One reason is the package’s large rear wing, which generates 620 pounds of rear downforce. That setup is less suitable for a convertible, where airflow becomes more complicated behind the windshield.
With nearly 800 horsepower and no roof, the convertible is clearly aimed more at high-speed cruising than serious track use.
Built for the Open Road
The Dark Horse SC Convertible seems particularly well suited to long stretches of scenic highway. Routes such as California’s Pacific Coast Highway, Route 66 and the Blue Ridge Parkway fit the car’s combination of extreme power and open-air driving character.
Rather than turning the Dark Horse SC into a track-focused machine, the convertible gives the Mustang’s 795-horsepower powertrain a different mission: covering miles quickly while letting drivers enjoy the road with the roof down.
