Chronology
Previous model: XT GT
New model: XY GT
Introduction
GT: June 1969
XW GTHO: August 1969
XW GTHO Phase II: August 1970
Prices at Introduction
GT: $4 200
XW GTHO: $4 495
XW GTHO Phase II: $4 790
Number Built
2 949 (including 662 GT-HO)
Engines
351 Windsor 5.8L V8
Type: Conventional, Water cooled, four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Capacity: 351 Cubic inches (5.763 litres)
Number of cylinders: Eight
Configuration: Front Mounted, longitudinal with 90 degree vee
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated overhead valve with hydraulic lifters
Fuel System:
GT: Ford Autolite ‘4300’ 450 cfm four barrel down draught carburettor
GT-HO: Holley 600 cfm four barrel downdraught carburettor
Bore and stroke: 4.00 x 3.50 inches (102 x 89mm)
Power:
GT: 290bhp (216kW) @ 4800rpm
GT-HO: 300bhp (224kW) @ 5400rpm
Torque:
GT: 385lbs/ft (522Nm) @ 3200rpm
GT-HO: 380lbs/ft (515Nm) @ 3400rpm
Compression Ratio
GT: 10.7:1
GT-HO: 11:1
351 Cleveland 5.8L V8
Type: Conventional, Water cooled, four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Capacity: 351 Cubic inches (5.763 litres)
Number of cylinders: Eight
Configuration: Front Mounted, longitudinal with 90 degree vee
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated overhead valve with hydraulic lifters
Fuel System:
GT: Ford Autolite ‘4300’ 650 cfm four barrel down draught carburettor
GT-HO: Holley 750 cfm four barrel downdraught carburettor
Bore and stroke: 4.00 x 3.50 inches (102 x 89mm)
Power: 300bhp (224kW) @ 5400rpm
Torque: 380lbs/ft (515Nm) @ 3400rpm
Compression Ratio: 11:1
Transmissions
Manual
4 Speed All synchromesh manual
1st: 2.78:1
2nd: 1.93:1
3rd: 1.36:1
4th: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.78:1
4 Speed all Synchromesh close ratio
1st: 2.32:1
2nd: 1.69:1
3rd: 1.29:1
4th: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.32:1
Automatic
Three speed FMX Automatic
1st: 2.40:1
2nd: 1.47:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.00:1
Rear Axle
Nine Inch removable carrier type with limited slip ‘traction lock’ diff and 28 spline axles
GT-HO Phase II: Nine inch Daytona 31 spline axle with Detroit Locker and modular iron carrier
Ratios:
GT: 3.25:1
GT-HO: 3.00:1
GT-HO Phase II: 3.50:1
Clutch
Twin 9.25 inch dry plates
Electrcial
12 volt battery, alternator with single point distributor for GT and GT-HO, twin point distributor for GT-HO phase II
Exhaust
Cast iron manifold, low restriction twin exhaust
Chassis
All steel unitary (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front:
Independent angle poised joint, MacPherson strut, coil springs, wishbones and anti roll bar
Rear:
GT: Hotchkiss type with semi elliptic leaf springs, telescopic shock absorbers and live axle
GT-HO and GT-HO Phase II: Hotchkiss type with semi elliptic leaf springs, telescopic shock absorbers and live axle with anti roll bar
Steering
Recirculating ball, 16:1 ratio
Power assistance optional
Brakes
Front:
Servo assisted 11.25 inch (286mm) discs
Rear:
Servo assisted 10 inch (254mm) drums, proportioning valve fitted
Wheels
6.00 x 14 12 slot chrome dress rim
GT-HO Phase II: 6.00 x 14 ‘5 slot’
Tyres
E70HR x 14
Exterior Dimensions
Total Length: 184.6 Inches (4689mm)
Total Width: 73.6 Inches (1869mm)
Height: 55 Inches (1397mm)
Wheelbase: 111.0 Inches (2819mm)
Front Track: 58.9 Inches (1496mm)
Rear Track: 58.5 Inches (1486mm)
Kerb Weight: 3308lb (1500kg)
Fuel Tank: 16.4 Gallons (75 Litres)
Turning Circle: 37.5ft (11.4 Metres)
Luggage Capacity: 25.4 Cubic Feet: (720 Litres)
Interior Dimensions
Front Headroom: 38.7 Inches (983mm)
Rear Headroom: 37.6 Inches (955mm)
Front Shoulder Room: 58 Inches (1473mm)
Rear Shoulder Room: 58 Inches (1473mm)
Front Hip Room: 59.5 Inches (1511mm)
Rear Hip Room: 59.5 Inches (1511mm)
Front Legroom: 42.1 Inches (1069mm)
Rear Legroom: 35.2 Inches (894mm)