The Mustang has a new “pony car” class of American cars – sports car-like sections with long hoods and short rear deck, and gave rise to competitors such as GM Chevrolet Camaro, AMC Javelin and revised Chrysler Plymouth Barracuda. It also inspired coupes like the Toyota Celica and Ford Capri, which were exported to the United States.

The Ford Mustang is the third oldest nameplate in the manufacturing and has undergone several transformations to its current fifth generation.

The production of the 1965 Mustang VIN (encoded by Ford and the title in 1965 models began in Dearborn, Michigan on 9 March 1964 and the car was on the 17th to the public April 1964 introduced in the New York World’s Fair. It is the third oldest nameplate Ford currently in production in addition to the F-Series pickup line (the big board over the years, has experienced) and the Falcon is still in production in Australia.

Mustangs grew larger and heavier with each model by year, in response to the 1971-1973 models, the Ford car to its original size and concept for 1974 returns. It has seen several generations of architecture and design. While some other ponies have seen a revival, the Mustang is the only original pony car into a continuous production is more than four decades in the development and review remain.

History of Ford Mustang the First Generation Ford Mustang 1964 1/2 – 1973
with the Original TV Commercial of Ford Mustang

History of Ford Mustang 1964

The date was April 17, 1964. Medium-size muscle cars, big block engines were replaced by a full-page muscle car. Lee Iacocca, Ford, General Manager, had always invisioned a small sports car to the next hot item in the street wars. Ford has decided that instead of improving their lackluster intermediate, they would make the competition one better and introduce a whole new generation of car, pony car.

Originally a two-seater in the European tradition of delivering Iacocca realized that true success depends on sales volumes. Therefore, the Ford Mustang was introduced as a 1965 model based on the compact Falcon to lower production costs. He came back with a compulsory and a variety of options to adapt to the buyer the opportunity to buy and generate profits for Ford Plymouth Baracuda their faithful stress that the Ford Mustang on the market just two weeks. But it was the Mustang, which racked up over 22,000 sales the first day and one million sales in the first two years that the market and people’s attention turned to the pony car.The pony car class that helped Ford Mustang is the only class of the muscle car, which still exists.

History of Ford Mustang 1965

History of Ford Mustang. The Ford Mustang debuted as a simple sports car with a 170 cid six cylinder and a pair of V8 powered. Originally designed for the fighter, the P-51 Mustang named the first indications were made on the horse and the horse motiff quickly became a milestone for the Mustang. Buyers are its low price, long hood, short trunk styling and its myriad possibilities. Ford loved its high volume sales and visibility.

In 1964, Ford introduced a sporty 2 +2 fastback design style to cope with the hardtop coupe and convertible. Enthusiasts also cheered the new “K-code” 271bhp 289 cid V8 that finally the Mustang some good performance looks fit. For those who want more, worked the legendary Carroll Shelby and Ford Shelby GT-350 produce a Ford Mustang Fastback designed by Shelby. The 289 V8 produced 306bhp in street tune and around 360bhp in special GT-350R race tune. This Shelby had no back seat, were only available in white and were fully ready to race.

Production:
2D Hardtop: 501,965
Fastback: 77,079
Convertible: 101,945

Engines:
170 I6 101 bhp.
200 I6 120 bhp.
260 V8 164 bhp.
289 V8 225 bhp.
289 V8 271 bhp.
(GT-350) 289 V8 306 bhp.
(GT-350R) 289 V8 360 bhp.

History of Ford Mustang 1966

In 1966, further development of the Mustang. The instrument panel has been redesigned for the Mustang from the Falcon roots separated, while the 260 CID V8 with 2 and 4 cylinder versions of the 289 CID V8 was replaced. The Shelby GT-350 was still there, although his image was racing through the addition of an automatic transmission, a choice of four colors and specific examples, which were ready for Hertz Rent A Car (known as the Shelby GT-350 hours) for rental to dilution to weekend drag racer. Available on the GT 350-1968 Paxton was the performance by the compressor would increase to 40%.

Production:
2D Hardtop: 499,751
Fastback: 35,698
Convertible: 72,119

Engines:
200 I6 120 bhp.
289 V8 200 bhp.
289 V8 225 bhp.
289 V8 271 bhp.
(GT-350) 289 V8 306 bhp.
(GT-350R) 289 V8 360 bhp.

History of Ford Mustang 1967

History of Ford Mustang. In 1967 a massive restyle of the Ford Mustang. Changes included bulkier sheetmetal below the beltline, a more aggressive grille, a concave tail panel, and a full fastback roofline for the fastback style design. The engine compartment was also increased, and Ford was competing in his Big Block 390 and the new Chevrolet Camaro SS396.

Although the 390 was slightly detuned for the Mustang, the popularity of high-end sealed 289 cid engine which was later removed from the lineup. Of greater interest to fans of other availablitity Shelby Mustang was designed. The GT350 was still powered by a modified 289 V8, but the output dropped to 290bhp.

The new GT500 was revised by a 428 V8 (some were reportedly built with the even more powerful, race ready 427 V8). From 1967 Shelby’s were polite and wore lots of luxury options that seemed to appeal to buyers. This would be the last Shelby Mustangs actually built by Shelby-American. All future models will be built with little participation by Ford Shelby.

Production:

2D Hardtop: 356,271
Fastback: 71,042
Convertible: 44,808

Engines:
200 I6 115 bhp.
200 I6 120 bhp.
289 V8 195 bhp.
289 V8 271 bhp.
(Shelby GT350) 289 V8 290 bhp.
390 V8 320 bhp.
(Shelby GT500) 428 V8 355bhp@5400rpm, 420lb-ft@3200rpm.

Performance:
(Shelby GT500) 428/355: 0-60 in 6.2 sec, 1/4 mile in 14.6 sec @ 99mph.

History of Ford Mustang 1968

History of Ford Mustang. The 1968 Ford Mustang received a simpler grille and side trim and a limited number of 427 engines were slipped into the engine bays. These 427 engines were slightly detuned but still cranked out 390bhp, enough to strike fear on the streets. Then on April 1, 1968, Ford unveiled perhaps its most famous line of engines, the 428 Cobra Jet.

It was based on the regular 428 but included larger valve heads, the race 427′s intake manifold, and an oil-pan windage tray. It had ram-air induction and breathed through a functional hood scoop. Output was listed at 335bhp but was rumoured to be around 410bhp. The Shelby’s were still available, joined by an available convertible model and renamed the Shelby Cobra.

The GT-350 dropped its 289 cid 306 bhp engine and gained a 302 cid 250 bhp engine. Midway through the year, the GT-500 was dropped and was replaced by the GT-500KR (“King of the Road”). The GT-500KR sported the new Ram Air 428 Cobra Jet, still underrated at 335 bhp.

Production:
2D Hardtop: 249,447
Fastback: 42,581
Convertible: 25,376

Engines:
200 I6 115 bhp.
200 I6 120 bhp.
289 V8 195 bhp.
289 V8 271 bhp.
302 V8 230 bhp.
(Shelby Cobra GT-350) 302 V8 250 bhp.
390 V8 320 bhp.
390 V8 325 bhp.
427 V8 390 bhp.
(Cobra Jet) 428 V8 335 bhp @ 5400 rpm (est. 410bhp), 440 lb-ft @ 3400rpm.
(Shelby Cobra GT-500) 428 V8 350 bhp.

Performance:
(Cobra Jet) 428/335: 0-60 in 5.4 sec, 1/4 mile in 14.01@101mph.

History of Ford Mustang 1969

History of Ford Mustang. The Mustang was redesigned for 1969, gaining 3.8 inches in length, all the front wheels, and about 140 kg empty weight. The Mach 1 body style debuted in 1969 and came with a 351 cid V8 but could also be equipped with the 428 Cobra Jet, which now came in three states had the melody. The first was a non-Ram Air version, followed by the Ram-Air version which breathed through a shaker hood scoop. Topping the list was the new Super Cobra Jet which came with the Drag Pack option. The Super Cobra Jet used the shaker hood scoop, a modified crankshaft and stronger connecting rods. The Drag Pack also came with limited slip 3.91:1 or 4.30:1 rear axle and no air conditioning. All three engines were underrated at 335bhp. All that power overwhelms the rear tires of a 59/41% f / r bias which suffer hurt handling. But when the Mustangs were not built for curves, just straight 1 / 4 mile line.

The district title was reserved for a set of Boss Mustangs. Named after stylist Larry Shinoda nickname for the Ford president Semon “Bunkie” Knudson, the Boss 429 V8 Mustangs built to qualify for NASCAR. The Boss 429 package came with a race ready 429 cid V8 with Ram Air induction, an aluminum high riser and header type exhaust manifolds. Mandatory options included a four-speed transmission and a 3.91:1 Traction-Lok axle. Were also an oil cooler mounted trunk battery, Racing Suspension, and had the best interior Mustang offer.

Although on paper, not the boss 429s on the street where their dependence on high revs hurt their street starts and the first batch had incorrect valve springs that stop winding at 4500rpm instead of 6000rpm. But he had a good treatment and would last until 1970. To combat the Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 in Trans Am racing, built the Ford Boss 302, a 302 CID V8 treated to the heads of the racing 351 cid Ford engine and carb most commonly used. It was the same 290bhp as the Camaro Z/28 underestimated ‘s engine and was with the shaker hood scoop. Shelby Mustangs were still available, although they are more luxury oriented than ever before.

Production:
Mach 1: 72,458
Convertible: 14,746
Grande Hardtop Coupe: 22,182
Boss 302: 1,934
Boss 429: 858

Engines:
200 I6 115 bhp.
250 I6 155 bhp.
302 V8 220 bhp.
(Boss 302) 302 V8 290 bhp @ 5800 rpm, 290 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm.
351 V8 250 bhp.
(All Cobra Jets) 428 V8 335 bhp @ 5200 rpm, 440 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm.
(Boss 429) 429 V8 375 bhp @ 5200 rpm, 450 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm.

Performance:
(Super Cobra Jet) 428/335: 0-60 in 5.7 sec, 1/4 mile in 13.9 sec @ 103mph.
(Boss 429) 429/375: 0-60 in 6.8 sec, 1/4 mile in 14.0 sec @ 103mph.

History of Ford Mustang 1970

Both the Boss 302 and 429 continued into 1970. The 428 Cobra Jet continued as the top engine choice for the Mach 1 Mustang. New for 1970 was the 429 Cobra Jet, standard in the Boss 429. The 429 Cobra Jet was rated at 370 bhp while the Super Cobra Jet was rated for 375 bhp. This would be the last year for the Shelby Cobras, which were in fact left over 1969 models with some minor trim changes. A not so great end for a once great performer.

Production:
Mach 1: 40,970
Convertible: 7,643
Grande Hardtop Coupe: 13,581
Boss 302: 6,318
Boss 429: 498

Engines:
200 I6 115 bhp.
250 I6 155 bhp.
302 V8 220 bhp.
(Boss 302) 302 V8 290 bhp @ 5800 rpm, 290 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm.
351 V8 250 bhp.
351 V8 300 bhp.
(Cobra Jet) 428 V8 335 bhp @ 5200 rpm, 440 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm.
(Cobra Jet) 429 V8 370 bhp.
(Boss 429 – Super Cobra Jet) 429 V8 375 bhp @ 5200 rpm, 450 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm.

Performance:
(Boss 302) 302/290: 0-60 in 6.5 sec, 1/4 mile in 14.8 sec @ 96 mph.

History of Ford Mustang 1971

History of Ford Mustang, Ford’s decade of “Total Performance” was over. The Mustang was of 2.1 “length, 2.8″ width, 1 “of wheelbase, and about 100 lbs. Connected with this weight gain was the disappearance of the Shelby models and the Boss 302 and Boss 429 models, and the weakening of other motors. The 351 engine was detuned to 285bhp from 300 bhp while the 429 Cobra Jet dropped 5bhp to 370bhp. The performance of the banner was Mustang Mach 1 and the new Boss 351 model.

The standard engine for the Mach 1 was the 351 Cleveland V8 with 285bhp but a 330bhp version was also available. The 429 Cobra Jet was 370bhp while the top performance category choice was the 429 Super Cobra Jet Ram Air It was 11.3:1 compression and generated 375bhp but its 1 / 4 mile times were slower than the 351st Boss The Boss 351 enjoyed a lower weight and a race bred 351 engine that a radical solid-lifter cam, 11.0:1 compression, ram-air induction and had arrived with a Hurst four-speed transmission and 3.91: 1 Traction-Lok differential, this would be his only season as Ford performance would continue to fall.

Production:
Mach 1: 36,499
Convertible: 6,121
Boss 351: Estimated 1,800

Engines:
250 I6 145 bhp.
302 V8 210 bhp.
351 V8 240 bhp.
351 V8 285 bhp.
(Boss 351) 351 V8 330 bhp @ 5400 rpm, 370 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm.
(Cobra Jet) 429 V8 370 bhp.
(Super Cobra Jet) 429 V8 375 bhp, 450 lb-ft.

Performance:
(Boss 351) 351/330: 0-60 in 5.8 sec, 1/4 mile in 13.9 sec @ 102 mph.

History of Ford Mustang 1972

History of Ford Mustang. Following industry lead, all power ratings for 1972 and later were listed in net ratings which included all accessories. This lead to some drastic drops in power listings which, coupled with the drop of all big block options, sealed the end of Ford Mustang performance. The Boss 351 was dropped leaving only the Mach 1 with any claim to performance. The top engine option was just a 275bhp 351 Cleveland.

Production:
Mach 1: 27,675
Convertible: 6,401

Engines:
250 I6 99 bhp.
302 V8 141 bhp.
351 V8 177 bhp.
351 V8 266 bhp.
351 V8 275 bhp.

History of Ford Mustang 1973

All engine choices’ power ratings dropped again as emission controls tightened. New federal guidelines resulted in mandatory bumpers that could withstand a 5mph collision, all of which didn’t help the bloated styling. The top engine option was a weak 351 V8 producing just 156bhp and the performance oriented Ford Mustang would fade away as the restyled Mustang II would debut in 1974 with no claim to any performance.

Production:
Mach 1: 35,440
Convertible: 11,853

Engines:
250 I6 95 bhp.
302 V8 136 bhp.
351 V8 154 bhp.
351 V8 156 bhp.

History of Ford Mustang.

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