1973 Ford Mustang Specifications

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    • 1973 Ford Mustang Model Years
    1964196519661967196819691970197119721973

    Engine Location : Front
    Drive Type : Rear Wheel
    Production Years for Series : 1964 - 1973
    Price : $2,765-$3,190
    Weight : 2990 lbs | 1356.241 kg
    0-60 mph : 5.8 seconds.
    1/4 Mile : 13.80S seconds.
    Top Speed : 160 mph | 257.44 km/h
    Inline 6
    Displacement : 4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L.
    Power : 88 HP (64.768 KW) @ 3200 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 : 135 HP (99.36 KW) @ 4200 RPM
    Bore : 4.0 in | 102 mm.
    Stroke : 3.0 in | 76 mm.
    Compression : 8.0:1
    Main Bearings : 5
    Cylinder Block : Cast-iron
    Motorcraft 2-barrel carburetor
    V 8
    Displacement : 5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.
    Power : 154 HP (113.344 KW) @ 4000 RPM
    Bore : 4.0 in | 102 mm.
    Stroke : 3.5 in | 89 mm.
    Compression : 8.0:1
    Main Bearings : 5
    Cylinder Block : Cast-iron
    Motorcraft 2-barrel carburetor
    V 8
    Displacement : 5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.
    Power : 156 HP (114.816 KW) @ 3800 RPM
    Bore : 4.0 in | 102 mm.
    Stroke : 3.5 in | 89 mm.
    Compression : 8.0:1
    Main Bearings : 5
    Cylinder Block : Cast-iron
    Motorcraft 2-barrel carburetor
    Transmission:
    4 Manual , 3 Automatic

    Total Ford Production for 1973 : 2,349,815
    Total 1973 Mustang production : 134,817
    1973 Ford Mustang
    Convertible 2 dr. 4 P : 11,853
    Fastback 2 dr. 4 P : 10,820
    Grande 2 dr. 4 P : 25,274
    Hardtop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : 51,430
    Mach 1 2 dr. 4 P : 35,440

    Hardtop Coupe

    Hardtop Coupe
    Chassis # 3F01H239341
    Auction entries : 1
    Seating Capacity : 4
    Doors : 2
    Exterior
    Length : 189.5 in | 4813 mm.
    Width : 75.0 in | 1905 mm.
    Height : 50.1 in | 1273 mm.
    Wheelbase : 109.0 in | 2769 mm.
    Front Track : 61.5 in | 1562 mm.
    Rear Track : 61.0 in | 1549 mm.

    Fastback

    Price : $2,818
    Weight : 2990 lbs | 1356.241 kg
    Seating Capacity : 4
    Doors : 2
    Exterior
    Length : 189.5 in | 4813 mm.
    Width : 75.0 in | 1905 mm.
    Height : 50.1 in | 1273 mm.
    Wheelbase : 109.0 in | 2769 mm.
    Front Track : 61.5 in | 1562 mm.
    Rear Track : 61.0 in | 1549 mm.

    Convertible

    Convertible
    Chassis # 3f03l252019
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    Auction entries : 1
    Price : $3,100
    Weight : 3105 lbs | 1408.404 kg
    Seating Capacity : 4
    Doors : 2
    Exterior
    Length : 189.5 in | 4813 mm.
    Width : 75.0 in | 1905 mm.
    Height : 50.1 in | 1273 mm.
    Wheelbase : 109.0 in | 2769 mm.
    Front Track : 61.5 in | 1562 mm.
    Rear Track : 61.0 in | 1549 mm.

    Grande

    Price : $2,945
    Weight : 2980 lbs | 1351.705 kg
    Seating Capacity : 4
    Doors : 2
    Exterior
    Length : 189.5 in | 4813 mm.
    Width : 75.0 in | 1905 mm.
    Height : 50.1 in | 1273 mm.
    Wheelbase : 109.0 in | 2769 mm.
    Front Track : 61.5 in | 1562 mm.
    Rear Track : 61.0 in | 1549 mm.

    Mach 1

    Price : $3,085
    Weight : 3075 lbs | 1394.797 kg
    Seating Capacity : 4
    Doors : 2
    Exterior
    Length : 189.5 in | 4813 mm.
    Width : 75.0 in | 1905 mm.
    Height : 50.1 in | 1273 mm.
    Wheelbase : 109.0 in | 2769 mm.
    Front Track : 61.5 in | 1562 mm.
    Rear Track : 61.0 in | 1549 mm.

    Hardtop Coupe

    Hardtop Coupe
    Price : $2,845
    Weight : 3075 lbs | 1394.797 kg
    Seating Capacity : 4
    Doors : 2
    Exterior
    Length : 189.5 in | 4813 mm.
    Width : 75.0 in | 1905 mm.
    Height : 50.1 in | 1273 mm.
    Wheelbase : 109.0 in | 2769 mm.
    Front Track : 61.5 in | 1562 mm.
    Rear Track : 61.0 in | 1549 mm.

    FastBack

    Price : $2,905
    Weight : 3085 lbs | 1399.332 kg
    Seating Capacity : 4
    Doors : 2
    Exterior
    Length : 189.5 in | 4813 mm.
    Width : 75.0 in | 1905 mm.
    Height : 50.1 in | 1273 mm.
    Wheelbase : 109.0 in | 2769 mm.
    Front Track : 61.5 in | 1562 mm.
    Rear Track : 61.0 in | 1549 mm.

    Convertible

    Convertible
    Convertible
    Convertible
    Convertible
    Convertible
    Chassis # 3F03F221890
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    Auction entries : 2
    Convertible
    Chassis # 3F03F237323
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    Auction entries : 1
    Convertible
    Chassis # 3F03H224067
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    Auction entries : 1
    Convertible
    Convertible
    Chassis # 3F03H256023
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    Auction entries : 1
    Convertible
    Chassis # 3F03F110257
    Auction entries : 1
    Convertible
    Chassis # 3F03F222364
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    Auction entries : 1
    Convertible
    Chassis # 3F03F235532
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    Auction entries : 1
    Convertible
    Chassis # 3F03F182830
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    Price : $3,190
    Weight : 3200 lbs | 1451.496 kg
    Seating Capacity : 4
    Doors : 2
    Exterior
    Length : 189.5 in | 4813 mm.
    Width : 75.0 in | 1905 mm.
    Height : 50.1 in | 1273 mm.
    Wheelbase : 109.0 in | 2769 mm.
    Front Track : 61.5 in | 1562 mm.
    Rear Track : 61.0 in | 1549 mm.

    Grande

    Grande
    Chassis # 3F04H259083
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    Auction entries : 1
    Price : $3,035
    Weight : 3075 lbs | 1394.797 kg
    Seating Capacity : 4
    Doors : 2
    Exterior
    Length : 189.5 in | 4813 mm.
    Width : 75.0 in | 1905 mm.
    Height : 50.1 in | 1273 mm.
    Wheelbase : 109.0 in | 2769 mm.
    Front Track : 61.5 in | 1562 mm.
    Rear Track : 61.0 in | 1549 mm.

    Steering
    Recirculating Ball with Power Assist

    Brakes
    Front Brakes : Disc
    Rear Brakes : Drums

    Tires / Wheels
    Tires : E78-14

    Component

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

    Manufacturer

    FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Mfr Report Date19710701
    NHTSA Campaign ID81V002000
    SummaryDUE TO A MANUFACTURING ERROR, CERTAIN FLEXIBLE-BLADE ENGINE COOLING FANS MAY BE SUBJECT TO FATIGUE CRACKING AND BLADE SEPARATION DURING VEHICLE OPERATION.
    RemedyDEFECTIVE FAN WILL BE REPLACED WITH ONE OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN WITHOUT CHARGE.
    NotesVEHICLE 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.

    Information provided by NHTSA
    Data updated June 2024
    1973 Averages
    Avg. Household Income : $12,900
    Avg. Home : $32,500
    Avg. Gallon of Gas : $0.40

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    Q: How fast is the 1973 Ford Mustang? A: The 1973 Ford Mustang has a top speed of 160 mph.

    Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1973 Ford Mustang? A: The 1973 Ford Mustang has a wheelbase size of 109.00 inches.

    Q: What is the length of the 1973 Ford Mustang? A: The 1973 Ford Mustang has a length of 189.50 inches.

    Q: What is the width of the 1973 Ford Mustang? A: The 1973 Ford Mustang has a width of 75.00 inches.

    Q: How much did the 1973 Ford Mustang cost when new?A: The 1973 Ford Mustang cost approximately $2,765 to $3,190 (USD) when new.

    Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1973 Ford Mustang? A: The 1973 Ford Mustang was offered as a Convertible, Fastback, Grande, Hardtop Coupe, Mach 1.

    Q: What tires did the 1973 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1973 Ford Mustang had E78-14 tires.

    Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1973? A: Ford produced 2,349,815 automobiles in 1973.

    Q: How many 1973 Mustangs were produced? A: Ford produced 134,817 examples of the Mustang in 1973.

    Q: What engines did the 1973 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1973 Ford Mustang had the following engine options: Inline 6 (4097 cc | 250.0 cu in. | 4.1 L.) with 88 HP (64.768 KW) @ 3200 RPM
  • V 8 (4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 135 HP (99.36 KW) @ 4200 RPM
  • V 8 (5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 154 HP (113.344 KW) @ 4000 RPM
  • V 8 (5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 156 HP (114.816 KW) @ 3800 RPM

    • Q: What transmissions did the 1973 Ford Mustang have? A: The 1973 Ford Mustang had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic.

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