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Ford Mustang

General information

ModelFord Mustang
Year1972
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating53 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4090 ccm (249.57 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4090 ccm (249.57 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power101.00 PS (74 kW or 100 HP) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Max torque254.00 Nm (25.9 kgf-m or 187.4 ft.lbs) at 1600 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke93.5 x 99.3 mm (3.7 x 3.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed159.0 km/h (98.8 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0697 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4990 litres (1,318 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (500.0 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1450 kg (3,196.7 pounds)
Overall length4820 mm (189.8 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2780 mm (109.4 inches)
Fuel capacity74.0 litres (19.55 gallons)
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