Ford Mustang I 4.9 Boss 302 V8 (SAE gross) Coupe
216 kW294 PS290 hp393 Nm1969–1970
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- Power
- 216 kW 294 PS · 290 hp
- Torque
- 393 Nm 290 lb-ft
- Displacement
- 4,900 cm³
The Ford Mustang I 4.9 Boss 302 V8 (SAE gross) produces 216 kW (294 PS) and 393 Nm of torque from a 4.9-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine and comes as a coupe. The Mustang I 4.9 Boss 302 V8 (SAE gross) has rear-wheel drive.
Its output sits mid-range among the 6 versions: 143% up on the entry 3.3 200 I6 (SAE gross) (89 kW), 64 kW below the 7.0 Boss 429 V8 (SAE gross) (280 kW).
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Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,900 cm³ 4.9 l · 299 cu in |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Power | 216 kW 294 PS · 290 hp |
| Torque | 393 Nm 290 lb-ft |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Production
| Body type | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Years | 1969–1970 |
| Generation | Mustang I (1964–1973) |
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