Ford D2C platform
The D2C (also known as DC2 and S197) is Ford's newest global rear wheel drive automobile platform. It was designed by Ford with Mazda's C1 platform technology and will début in the new 2005 Ford Mustang. The platform basics are a MacPherson strut suspension in front and 3-link solid axle in the rear with a Panhard rod. The Mustang Cobra will have a fully-independent suspension in the rear. Engines include a 4.0 L V6 and Ford's Modular 4.6 L V8.
Contrary to many news reports, this platform is not based on the Ford DEW platform. The Mustang was to have used a "Lite" version of the DEW98, but that plan was scrapped. This platform would have had a 4-wheel independent Ford Mustang
Future models include the following:
See also
Current Ford platforms:
