2027 Corvette Grand Sport vs 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse | Webb Chevy Oak Lawn

August 24th, 2026 by

2027 Corvette Grand Sport vs 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse

Webb Chevy Oak Lawn | (708) 423-9440 | 9440 S. Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

QUICK ANSWERThe 2027 Corvette Grand Sport starts at $86,000 with 535 horsepower and 520 lb-ft. The 2026 Mustang Dark Horse starts at $64,080 with 500 horsepower and 418 lb-ft.

How do they compare on paper?

2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse
Starting MSRP $86,000 $64,080
Engine LS6 6.7L naturally aspirated V8 Gen-4 5.0L naturally aspirated V8
Horsepower 535 hp 500 hp
Torque 520 lb-ft 418 lb-ft
Transmission 8-speed dual clutch 10-speed automatic or 6-speed manual
Available 0 to 60 mph 2.75 seconds 3.7 seconds
Engine placement Mid-engine Front-engine
Body styles Coupe and Convertible Coupe

Which one should you buy?

The Mustang Dark Horse undercuts the Grand Sport by about $21,900, and that is the honest headline. What the Grand Sport buys is 35 more horsepower, 102 more lb-ft and a mid-engine layout that changes how the car rotates through a corner. Both use a naturally aspirated V8, so this is a rare like-for-like matchup.

What does that mean on local roads?

Both cars are more capable than I-294 will ever let you explore. The practical difference shows up in ride quality on 95th Street and in how planted the car feels on a cold morning in Oak Lawn. Drive them back to back before you decide.

This page is part of our full 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport guide at Webb Chevy Oak Lawn.

Key Takeaways

  • The Grand Sport starts at $86,000; the 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse starts at $64,080.
  • The Grand Sport makes 535 hp and 520 lb-ft.
  • The Dark Horse makes 500 hp and 418 lb-ft.
  • Available 0 to 60 mph is 2.75 seconds for the Grand Sport.
  • The Grand Sport is mid-engine; the Mustang is front-engine.
  • Both are available to compare at Webb Chevy Oak Lawn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Corvette Grand Sport better than the Ford Mustang Dark Horse?
The Mustang Dark Horse undercuts the Grand Sport by about $21,900, and that is the honest headline. What the Grand Sport buys is 35 more horsepower, 102 more lb-ft and a mid-engine layout that changes how the car rotates through a corner. Both use a naturally aspirated V8, so this is a rare like-for-like matchup.
Which is cheaper?
The Mustang Dark Horse, at $64,080 against $86,000 for the Grand Sport.
Do they use the same engine?
No. The Grand Sport uses a mid-mounted LS6 6.7L V8 and the Dark Horse uses a front-mounted 5.0L Coyote V8. Both are naturally aspirated.
Which is quicker to 60 mph?
The Grand Sport, at an available 2.75 seconds against 3.7 seconds.

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