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Generally acknowledged as the first factory-built muscle car, the name was borrowed from Ferrari where is stood for Gran Turisomo Omologato. Now its the top collectible cars of its era.
Specifications:
Engine
Type: V8
Construction: cast-iron block and cylinder heads
Valve gear: 2 valves per cylinder operated by a single camshaft, pushrods and rockers
Bore & Stroke: 4.15in x 4.21in
Displacement: 455 cubic inch
Compression Ratio: 8.4:1
Induction System: Single Rochester 4-barrel carb
Maximum Power: 335 bhp at 4,800 rpm
Maximum torque: 412 lb-ft at 3,200 rpm
Transmission
TurboHydramatic 400 or 4-speed manual
Body/Chassis
Perimeter chassis with 2-door coupe or 2-door convertible bodywork
Running Gear
Steering: Recirculating ball
Front suspension: Double wishbones with coil springs, revalved shocks and stabilizer bar
Rear suspension: Live axle with trailing radius arms, upper oblique torque arms, coil springs, revalved shock absorbers and anti-roll bar
Brakes: Discs front, drums rear
Wheels: Honeycombs, 14-in x 7 in.
Tires: G60x14
Dimensions
Length: 205.1 inches
Width: 76.7 inches
Height: 52 inches
Wheelbase: 112.0 inches
Track: 61in front, 60in rear
Weight: 3,894 lbs.
Production Years: 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972
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