How much horsepower does a 1967 Ford 390 have?
In 1967 and 1969, the Ford 390 produced 335 hp and 427 lb-ft of torque. The 390 became even more well-known in 1967 thanks to the Ford Mustang. The engine gave vehicles a performance edge from the factory, and it became an extremely popular platform for hot-rodding.
How much horsepower does a 1968 390 have?
1969 was the last year a 390 would be installed in a Mustang by Ford. All future years used 427’s, 428’s and 429’s for the large block power plants….Engine Basics.
| Year | 1968 | 1968 |
|---|---|---|
| Power (hp) | 265 hp @ 4,400 RPM | 325 hp @ 4,800 RPM |
| Torque (lb/ft) | 390 lb/ft @ 2,600 RPM | 427 lb/ft @ 3,200 RPM |
| Compression | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
How much mpg does a Mustang with a 289 get?
Our ’66 289 coupe, automatic with A/C was getting 21 MPG at 70 on the freeway last summer. Its factory 2.80:1 rear end also meant that the engine was then turning maybe 2600 RPM. After switching to a T5 with a .73 OD and an 8.8 with 3.08:1 gears, I’m getting about 19 mpg on the highway.
How to get more horsepower out of a Ford 289?
Put a bigger air cleaner on it. Open up the area it has to pull air through. This is SUPER cheap.
How much does a 289 Ford engine weigh?
about 460lbs. 289’s, 302’s, and 5.0’s (302) are pretty much the same engine besides the stroke, roller cam, water pump, rear main, ect…. Not to be technical but I think most SBF’s weigh in the neighborhood of 400-ish lbs, give or take about 25 or so. Thanks for the infor, guys.
Are Ford Mustangs bad on gas?
You could buy a Mustang with a 4 or 6 cylinder engine and the fuel economy wouldn’t be so bad but the fun factor is less. Some drawbacks to the car is the limited visibility ( blind spots ), useless back seat, poor winter performance with rear wheel drive.