351 Cobra Jet: 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport - Barn Finds
Feb 3, 2020 · The Gran Torino is said to be a numbers-matching car, with the original 351ci Cobra Jet V8 filling the engine bay. With a 3-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and power brakes, it should be a comfortable and competent cruiser on the open road.
All About The Engine In The 1972 Ford Torino - HotCars
May 9, 2024 · Ford Torino's 351 Cobra Jet V8 engine is a standout, offering 248 horsepower and 299 lb-ft of torque for a thrilling ride. The 1972 Gran Torino Sport with the Cobra Jet engine is the car to aim for, boasting a 6.9 second 0-60 time and a top speed of 140 mph.
1972 351 HO vs. 351 CJ - which one is better? - Mustangsandmore …
It is commonly thought that the 1972 351 HIGH OUTPUT is the last real high performance engine from Ford, and that the 351 'Cobra-Jet' is considerably 'tamer'. After looking at the specs for these two engines, I was wondering why.
1972 FORD GRAND TORINO COBRA JET 351 CLEVELAND ENGINE
1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport Fastback, ell optioned with matching # Q code 351 Cobra Jet, 6 transmission with 3.25 9" rear end, port gauge package with tac, ower steering, isc bakes and original Mangnum 500 wheels. Engine is stock except for a new Edllebrock 4bll carb.
1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport – Ford’s Best Mid-Size Muscle Car
May 12, 2020 · As an example the 1972 Gran Torino Sport’s best high-performance engine was the 351 Cobra Jet, its 248 net horsepower rating translated in the 1971 and older gross horsepower rating system to being anywhere between 300 to 310 gross horsepower which was very respectable.
A Detailed Look Back At The 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport - HotCars
Jan 17, 2023 · The Cobra Jet 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport was a quick pony, able to blast from 0-60 mph in just 6.9 seconds while on its way to a top speed of 140 mph. In fact, it’s believed that Ford was actually quite conservative with its power rating of …
72 351CJ vs 72 429 - The Ford Torino Page Forum
Feb 6, 2007 · In 72 Ford only called the 351 4V a Cobra Jet and the horespower numbers must have distracted most buyers from looking at the torque differences between the 351CJ and the base 429.
Gran Torino Car: The Driving Force Behind Clint Eastwood’s Iconic …
Apr 17, 2023 · The heart of the Gran Torino car—A 351 Cobra Jet engine roars under the hood, ready to hit the road with its raw muscle and classic American muscle car style.
1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport – Walt Kowalski’s Pride and Joy
Feb 21, 2009 · The Gran Torino’s hot motor for 1972 was the 4-barrel high-output 248 net horsepower (which would have been around 300 horsepower in 1971 and before – gross horsepower ratings) 351 Cleveland V8 – the only motor for the 1972 Gran Torino to receive the “Cobra Jet” designation.
1972-73 Ford Gran Torino Sport - Hemmings
Sep 23, 2018 · Both engines featured a 4.00 x 3.50-inch bore x stroke and 8.6:1 compression ratio. Four-barrel Clevelands wore the Cobra Jet name, and the air cleaner decal on the Sports incorporated the letters “CJ.”