This Gorgeous 1965 Ford Mustang Hides A Tesla Heart. The Handling Is Wild

"Converting a popular classic car into an EV isn't for everybody. Some say that ditching the gas (or diesel) engine for an electric motor misses the point, and ultimately ruins the car's character. However, there's no denying that the instant torque and immense power that an electric drive unit can deliver can radically transform a vintage car for the better."

"Specifically, a refurbished and heavily modified Tesla Model S Large Drive Unit mounted under the hood, and a Tesla-sourced high-voltage battery pack. It's a peculiar place for the electric motor, but as Eddy Borysewicz, Revolt's founder, explains in the EVTuners video embedded above, the decision came out of necessity. That's because the Mustang had been upgraded with a Roadster Shop chassis, which was designed to fit an LS engine up front."

"Meanwhile, the high-voltage battery pack sits under the floor and in the trunk, making for a perfect 50:50 weight distribution between the front and rear axles. But it didn't come easy, as the floor pan and transmission tunnel had to be modified—again, because they were designed for a completely different setup."

Revolt Systems, a California-based garage, transformed a 1965 Ford Mustang into an electric vehicle using Tesla parts as a test mule for future projects. The conversion features a refurbished and modified Tesla Model S Large Drive Unit mounted under the hood and a Tesla high-voltage battery pack positioned under the floor and trunk for optimal 50:50 weight distribution. The electric powertrain delivers 600 hp and 442 pound-feet of torque, vastly exceeding the original Mustang's capabilities. While some enthusiasts argue that converting classic cars to electric power compromises their character, this project demonstrates how instant torque and electric power can dramatically enhance vintage vehicles' performance and handling characteristics beyond their original design.

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