1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Specifications

Engine LocationFront
Drive TypeRear Wheel
Body / ChassisAluminum body on tubular steel frame
Production Years for Series1965 - 1968
Weight2280 lbs | 1034.2 kg

Chassis / Engine Numbers Shown
Chassis NumberCSX 3012
Chassis NumberCSX 3162
Chassis NumberCSX 3181
Chassis NumberCSX 3221
Chassis NumberCSX 3355
Chassis NumberCSX3287

Performance
0-60 mph4.5 seconds.
Top Speed165 mph | 265.5 km/h

Engine  
Engine ConfigurationV
Cylinders8
Water-Cooled
Aspiration/InductionNormal
Displacement4200.00 cc | 256.3 cu in. | 4.2 L.
Valves16 valves.
2 valves per cylinder.
ValvetrainOHV
Horsepower410.00 BHP (301.8 KW) @ 5600.00 RPM
Torque460.00 Ft-Lbs (623.8 NM) @ 2800.00 RPM
HP to Weight Ratio5.6 LB / HP
HP / Liter97.6 BHP / Liter
Compression Ratio11.5:1

Standard Transmission
Gears4
TransmissionManual
Final Drive3.54:1