1964-1973 Mustang OverviewFord Mustang Overview (1964 - 1973)
1964 - 1973
Tech Specs Summary
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- 93 - 138 mph
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- 5.9 - 14.5 seconds
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- 101 - 375 hp
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- 7.9 - 15 mpg
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- 2,575 - 3,849 lbs
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- 9.5 - 9.8 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 8 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 5 - 17.7 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Ford Mustang was produced by the American manufacturer Ford between 1964 - 1973. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as a coupé, convertible or hatchback. There are many power levels available from either a 2.8 L Inline 6 gasoline engine or 4.3 L V8 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Mustang is the Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 which scores 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 306 hp and a power/weight ratio of 9.15 lb/hp it has a top speed of 138 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Ford Mustang Hardtop 170 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 241 miles and can store 9.8 cubic feet of cargo.