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Ford GT 40



Tuner
Country USA
Year 1969
Engine Ford
Engine Type 90°V8
Cams 1
Valves/cyl 2.0000
Compression "10,6"
Bore 101.600
Stroke 76.200
Capacity (cc) 4942
Power (at revs) 435 HP/6500
Torque
Induction
Ignition Lucas
Fuel system Tecalemit f.i.
Chassis type Light alloy monocoque
Body type coupé
Designer
Front suspension "coil, double wishbone"
Rear suspension "coil, wishbone and links"
Shock absorbers
Engine position mid
Wheelbase (mm) 2400
Front track (mm) 1400
Rear track (mm) 1400
Weight (kg) 1120
Drive rear
Number of gears 5
Gearbox ZF
Fuel tank size (litres) 140
Brakes
Front brake type disc
Rear brake type disc
Front rims
Rear rims
Tyres Firestone
Front tyres 4.5/11.6-15
Rear tyres 6.0/13.5-15
Maximum speed (kph)

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