These are standard specifications for the 1968 Ford GT40, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual
Chassis # GT40P/1073
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Chassis # 1076
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Chassis # P/1075
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Chassis # J-10
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Chassis # P/1074 (M.10003)
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Chassis # 1103
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Features
Engine Location : | Mid |
Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
Body / Chassis : | Fiberglass on steel backbone chassis |
Production Years for Series : | 1967 - 1969 |
Price : | $18,500 |
Weight : | 2200 lbs | 997.903 kg |
Performance
Top Speed : | 220 mph | 353.98 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
V 8 90-degree | |
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Displacement : | 4736 cc | 289.0 cu in. | 4.7 L. |
Power : | 390 BHP (287.04 KW) @ 7000 RPM |
Torque : | 325 Ft-Lbs (441 NM) @ 5000 RPM |
Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
Stroke : | 2.9 in | 73 mm. |
Compression : | 10.6:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
4 Weber 2-barrel carburetors or single Holley 4-barrel |
5 Manual
Production Figures
Total Ford Production for 1968 : | 1,753,334 |
1968 Ford GT40 | |
Competition Coupe 2 dr. 2 P : | 12 |
Coupe 2 dr. 2 P : | 7 |
Dimension(s)
Competition Coupe
Chassis # GT40P/1073
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Seating Capacity : | 2 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 171.0 in | 4343 mm. |
Width : | 70.5 in | 1791 mm. |
Height : | 38.5 in | 978 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 95.0 in | 2413 mm. |
Front Track : | 55.0 in | 1397 mm. |
Rear Track : | 55.0 in | 1397 mm. |
Gulf/Mirage Lightweight
Chassis # P/1074 (M.10003)
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Seating Capacity : | 2 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 171.0 in | 4343 mm. |
Width : | 70.5 in | 1791 mm. |
Height : | 38.5 in | 978 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 95.0 in | 2413 mm. |
Front Track : | 55.0 in | 1397 mm. |
Rear Track : | 55.0 in | 1397 mm. |
Coupe
Chassis # 1103
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Price : | $18,500 |
Seating Capacity : | 2 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 171.0 in | 4343 mm. |
Width : | 70.5 in | 1791 mm. |
Height : | 38.5 in | 978 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 95.0 in | 2413 mm. |
Front Track : | 55.0 in | 1397 mm. |
Rear Track : | 55.0 in | 1397 mm. |
Coupe
Seating Capacity : | 2 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 171.0 in | 4343 mm. |
Width : | 70.5 in | 1791 mm. |
Height : | 38.5 in | 978 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 95.0 in | 2413 mm. |
Front Track : | 55.0 in | 1397 mm. |
Rear Track : | 55.0 in | 1397 mm. |
Handling
Steering | |
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Rack and Pinion |
Brakes | |
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Front Brake Size : | 11.0 in | 279 mm. |
Rear Brake Size : | 11.0 in | 279 mm. |
1968 Averages
Avg. Car Cost : | $2,822 |
Avg. Household Income : | $7,850 |
Avg. Home : | $14,950 |
Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.34 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1968 Ford GT40?
Q: How fast is the 1968 Ford GT40? A: The 1968 Ford GT40 has a top speed of 220 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1968 Ford GT40? A: The 1968 Ford GT40 has a wheelbase size of 95.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1968 Ford GT40? A: The 1968 Ford GT40 has a length of 171.00 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1968 Ford GT40? A: The 1968 Ford GT40 has a width of 70.50 inches.Q: How much did the 1968 Ford GT40 cost when new?A: The 1968 Ford GT40 had a base price of approximately $18,500 (USD).Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1968 Ford GT40? A: The 1968 Ford GT40 was offered as a Competition Coupe, Coupe, Gulf/Mirage Lightweight.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1968? A: Ford produced 1,753,334 automobiles in 1968.Q: What engine did the 1968 Ford GT40 have? A: The engine powering the 1968 Ford GT40 was a V 8 (4736 cc | 289.0 cu in. | 4.7 L.) with 390 BHP (287.04 KW) @ 7000 RPM and 325 Ft-Lbs (441 NM) @ 5000 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 1968 Ford GT40 have? A: The 1968 Ford GT40 had a 5 speed Manual gearbox.