FORD
Ford Shelby Shelby (1965–1970) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1965 - 1970
Shelby
Cabriolet
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | Cobra GT 350 5.0 V8 Automatic | 4 | 340 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | GT 350 5.8 V8 Automatic | 4 | 294 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | GT 350R 4.7 V8 | 4 | 355 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | GT 500 7.0 V8 Automatic | 4 | 406 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Ford Shelby Shelby overview
The Ford Shelby (Shelby) is the 1st generation of the Shelby, built from 1965 to 1970. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 5 engines (petrol), from 254 HP to 365 HP. The Cobra GT 350 5.0 V8 (254 Hp) is 4740 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Ford Shelby have?
The Ford Shelby (Shelby) has 254 HP to 365 HP, depending on the engine: 5.0 Windsor (254 HP), 4.7 Windsor (289 HP), 5.8 Windsor (294 HP), 4.7 Windsor (310 HP), 7.0 Fe (365 HP).
What engines are available for the Ford Shelby?
The Ford Shelby is available with 5 engines: 5.0 Windsor (254 HP, petrol), 4.7 Windsor (289 HP, petrol), 5.8 Windsor (294 HP, petrol), 4.7 Windsor (310 HP, petrol), 7.0 Fe (365 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Ford Shelby?
The Ford Shelby is 4740 mm long, 1801 mm wide, 1306 mm tall, with a 2743 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Ford Shelby I Cabrio |
|---|---|
| Year | 1968–1970 |
| Platform | Ford Falcon |
| Variant | Cobra GT 350 5.0 V8 (254 Hp) |
| Body type | cabriolet |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 254 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4800 rpm |
| Torque | 420 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2800 rpm |
Engine
| Engine code | Windsor V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4942 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 101.6 mm |
| Stroke | 76.2 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | supercharger |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 4 |
| Gearbox code | Toploader 4speed |
| Gearbox manufacturer | ford |
Dimensions
| Length | 4740 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1801 mm |
| Height | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2743 mm |
| Front track | 1476 mm |
| Rear track | 1476 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1511 kg |
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Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 64.0 L |
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Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | drum |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 5.9 kg/Hp, 168.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 3.6 kg/Nm, 278 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1968 |
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| End Of Production | 1970 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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