Chronology
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Introduction
XA GT: March 1972
XA GT Hardtop: August 1972
Prices at introduction
XA GT Sedan: $4 790
XA GT Hardtop: $4 955
Production Figures
2759- 1968 4 door, 981 2 door
Engines
351
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Eight
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, Vee
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 351 cubic inches (5.75 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 3.50 inches (102 x 89mm)
Power: 300bhp (224kw) at 5400rpm
Torque: 380lbs/ft (515Nm) at 3400rpm
Compression Ratio: 11.0:1
Fuel System:
GT: Ford Autolite ‘4300’ 600 cfm four barrel downdraught carburettor
GT Hardtop: Holley 780 cfm four barrel downdraught carburettor
Transmissions
Manual (All synchromesh, 4 speed)
1st: 2.78:1
2nd: 1.93:1
3rd: 1.36:1
4th: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.78:1
Automatic
Three Speed FMX automatic
1st: 2.40:1
2nd: 1.47:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.00:1
Rear Axle ratios
Nine inch removable carrier type with limited slip traction lock diff and 28 spline axles
Manual: Standard: 3.0:1. Optional: 2.75:1
Automatic: Standard: 2.75:1. Optional: 3.0:1
Clutch: Twin 9.25 inch dry plates
Chassis
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front: Independent angle poised ball joint, MacPherson strut, coil springs, wishbones and anti roll bar
Rear: Hotchkiss type with semi elliptic leaf springs, radius rod and live axle
Steering
Recirculating ball, power steering optional, 16:1 ratio
Brakes
Front: Power assisted 11.25 inch discs
Rear: Hydraulic 10 inch (254mm) drums. Later models fitted with rear discs
Electrical
12 volt, coil and alternator ignition
Exhaust
Cast iron manifold, low restriction twin exhaust
Wheels
6.00 x 14 steel 12 slot
Optional: 6.00 x 14 alloy 5 spoke
Tyres
E70HR x 14
Exterior Dimensions
Total Length: 186.5 inches (4737mm)
Total width: 74.8 inches (1900mm)
Height at kerb weight: 53.9 inches (1369mm)
Wheelbase: 111.0 inches (2819mm)
Front Track: 60.5 inches (1537mm)
Rear Track: 60.0 inches (1524mm)
Kerb Weight: Sedan: 3017lb (1369kg)
Fuel Tank: 17.5 gallons (79.6 litres) (123 litre tank optional)
Turning Circle: 39.4 ft (12.0 metres)
Luggage Capacity: 27.6 cubic ft (780 litres)
Exterior Dimensions (Hardtop)
Total Length: 186.5 inches (4737mm)
Total width: 77.7 inches (1969mm)
Height at kerb weight: 51.9 inches (1318mm)
Wheelbase: 111.0 inches (2819mm)
Front Track: 60.5 inches (1537mm)
Rear Track: 60.0 inches (1524mm)
Kerb Weight: Sedan: 3053lb (1385kg)
Fuel Tank: 17.5 gallons (79.6 litres)
Turning Circle: 39.4 ft (12.0 metres)
Luggage Capacity: 29.3 litres (830 litres)
Interior Dimensions
Front Headroom: 38 inches (965mm)
Rear Headroom: 36.7 inches (932mm)
Front shoulder room: 60 inches (1524mm)
Rear shoulder room: 60 inches (1524mm)
Front hip room: 60.2 inches (1529mm)
Rear hip room: 60.2 inches (1529mm)
Front legroom: 41.5 inches (1054mm)
Rear legroom: 31.9 inches (810mm)
Exterior Dimensions (Hardtop)
Front Headroom: 36.8 inches (935mm)
Rear Headroom: 35.8 inches (909mm)
Front Shoulder Room: 60 inches (1524mm)
Rear Shoulder Room: 60 inches (1524mm)
Front Hip Room: 60.2 inches (1529mm)
Rear Hip Room: 60.2 inches (1529mm)
Front legroom: 41.5 inches (1054mm)
Rear legroom: 31.9 inches (810mm)