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Originally, the K-Code engine was offered in the Ford Fairlane in the early 1960s, delivering 271 horsepower and 312 lb-ft of torque, capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 in under 9 seconds. Recognizing its potential, Ford introduced it in the 1965 model year Mustang.
- 1965 Mustang Engine Info & Specs - 289 Windsor V8
1965 Mustang Engine Information – 289 cubic inch V-8 (4.7 L...
- Mustang Of The Day: 1965 Ford Mustang K-Code Convertible
During Ford’s “Total Performance” era of the 1960s, the...
- 1965 Mustang Engine Info & Specs - 289 Windsor V8
1965 Mustang Engine Information – 289 cubic inch V-8 (4.7 L Windsor V8) The 289 Windsor V8. This is Ford’s V8 90 degree overhead valve engine that everyone wanted in the first few Mustang years. It was dependable, economical to maintain, had adequate power and was easily modified.
The 170 in³ (2.8 L) I6 engine made way for a new 200 in³ (3.3 L) version which had 120 hp (89 kW) at 4400 rpm and 190 ft·ldf (258 N&dull;m) at 2400 rpm. Production of the 260 in³ (4.2 L) engine ended with the close of the 1964 model year.
23 maj 2024 · K-code Mustangs are considered among the most desirable classic Mustangs. The K-Code was only available from 1964.5-1967. First offered with Ford’s Comet and Fairlane models in 1963, the K-Code was a 289 cubic-inch high-performance V8 engine.
During Ford’s “Total Performance” era of the 1960s, the Mustang’s option list featured a range of powertrain combinations, highlighted by the high-revving 289 K-Code V-8 engine with 271 HP in solid-lifter tune, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission.
6 sie 2014 · This edition of the Muscle Car Milestones highlights the 1965 – 1967 Ford Mustang with the K-Code engine. This was the first high performance Mustang, sporting the 271 horsepower 289 cubic-inch K-Code Hi-Po powerplant.
The K-Code engine was initially available in the Ford Fairlane in the early 1960s. It made 271 horsepower and 312 lb-ft of torque and could propel these cars from 0 to 60 in less than 9 seconds. Realizing the motor's potential, Ford made it available in the Mustang for the 1965 model year.
