These are standard specifications for the 1972 Ford Mustang, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Manual , Automatic
Chassis # 2F04F168163
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Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1964 - 1973 |
| Price : | $2,730-$3,100 |
| Weight : | 2940 lbs | 1333.562 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L. |
| Power : | 98 BHP (72.128 KW) @ 3400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 93 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.9 in | 99 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 7 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Motorcraft 1-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 140 HP (103.04 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.5:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Motorcraft 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L. |
| Power : | 163 HP (119.968 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.6:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Motorcraft 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | Serial Number Code 'Q' | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L. |
| Power : | 256 HP (188.416 KW) @ 5400 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.6:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L. |
| Power : | 266 HP (195.776 KW) @ 5400 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.6:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Holley 4-barrel carburetor | |
3 Manual , Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 1972 : | 2,246,563 |
| Total 1972 Mustang production : | 102,589 |
| 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Convertible 2 dr. 4 P : | 6,401 |
| Fastback 2 dr. 4 P : | 15,622 |
| Grande 2 dr. 4 P : | 18,045 |
| Hardtop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 57,350 |
| Mach 1 2 dr. 4 P : | 27,675 |
Dimension(s)
Hardtop Coupe
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 189.5 in | 4813 mm. |
| Width : | 75.0 in | 1905 mm. |
| Height : | 50.8 in | 1290 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 109.0 in | 2769 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
Fastback
| Price : | $2,785 |
| Weight : | 2910 lbs | 1319.954 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 189.5 in | 4813 mm. |
| Width : | 75.0 in | 1905 mm. |
| Height : | 50.8 in | 1290 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 109.0 in | 2769 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
Convertible
| Price : | $3,012 |
| Weight : | 3060 lbs | 1387.993 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 189.5 in | 4813 mm. |
| Width : | 75.0 in | 1905 mm. |
| Height : | 50.8 in | 1290 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 109.0 in | 2769 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
Grande
| Price : | $2,912 |
| Weight : | 2962 lbs | 1343.541 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 189.5 in | 4813 mm. |
| Width : | 75.0 in | 1905 mm. |
| Height : | 50.8 in | 1290 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 109.0 in | 2769 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
Mach 1
| Price : | $3,050 |
| Weight : | 3045 lbs | 1381.189 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 189.5 in | 4813 mm. |
| Width : | 75.0 in | 1905 mm. |
| Height : | 50.8 in | 1290 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 109.0 in | 2769 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
Hardtop Coupe
| Price : | $2,815 |
| Weight : | 3026 lbs | 1372.571 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 189.5 in | 4813 mm. |
| Width : | 75.0 in | 1905 mm. |
| Height : | 50.8 in | 1290 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 109.0 in | 2769 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
FastBack
| Price : | $2,875 |
| Weight : | 2996 lbs | 1358.963 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 189.5 in | 4813 mm. |
| Width : | 75.0 in | 1905 mm. |
| Height : | 50.8 in | 1290 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 109.0 in | 2769 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
Convertible
| Price : | $3,100 |
| Weight : | 3150 lbs | 1428.816 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 189.5 in | 4813 mm. |
| Width : | 75.0 in | 1905 mm. |
| Height : | 50.8 in | 1290 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 109.0 in | 2769 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
Grande
Chassis # 2F04F168163
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| Price : | $3,000 |
| Weight : | 3050 lbs | 1383.457 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 4 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 189.5 in | 4813 mm. |
| Width : | 75.0 in | 1905 mm. |
| Height : | 50.8 in | 1290 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 109.0 in | 2769 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
Handling
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | E78-14 |
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19710701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 81V002000 |
| Summary | DUE TO A MANUFACTURING ERROR, CERTAIN FLEXIBLE-BLADE ENGINE COOLING FANS MAY BE SUBJECT TO FATIGUE CRACKING AND BLADE SEPARATION DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. |
| Remedy | DEFECTIVE FAN WILL BE REPLACED WITH ONE OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN WITHOUT CHARGE. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 302 OR 305 CID ENGINESAND FACTORY AIR CONDITIONING.SYSTEM: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; FLEXIBLE-BLADE ENGINE COOLING FAN.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: BROKEN BLADE FRAGMENTS MAY BE PROPELLED OUTWARDS,DAMAGING ENGINE COMPONENTS OR, POSSIBLY INJURING PERSONS IN THE VICINITY.NOTE: OWNER IS ADVISED NOT TO LEAVE THE HOOD OPEN OR HAVE THE ENGINE SERVICEDWHILE THE MOTOR IS RUNNING, UNTIL THE FAN HAS BEEN REPLACED. |
Data updated January 2023
1972 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $11,800 |
| Avg. Home : | $27,550 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.55 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1972 Ford Mustang?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1972 Ford Mustang? A: The 1972 Ford Mustang has a wheelbase size of 109.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1972 Ford Mustang? A: The 1972 Ford Mustang has a length of 189.50 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1972 Ford Mustang? A: The 1972 Ford Mustang has a width of 75.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1972 Ford Mustang cost when new?A: The 1972 Ford Mustang cost approximately $2,730 to $3,100 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1972 Ford Mustang? A: The 1972 Ford Mustang was offered as a Convertible, Fastback, Grande, Hardtop Coupe, Mach 1.Q: What tires did the 1972 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1972 Ford Mustang had E78-14 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1972? A: Ford produced 2,246,563 automobiles in 1972.Q: How many 1972 Mustangs were produced? A: Ford produced 102,589 examples of the Mustang in 1972.Q: What engines did the 1972 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1972 Ford Mustang had the following engine options: Inline 6 (4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L.) with 98 BHP (72.128 KW) @ 3400 RPM V 8 (4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 140 HP (103.04 KW) @ 4000 RPM V 8 (5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 163 HP (119.968 KW) @ 3800 RPM V 8 (5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 256 HP (188.416 KW) @ 5400 RPM V 8 (5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 266 HP (195.776 KW) @ 5400 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1972 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1972 Ford Mustang had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual, Automatic.
