The Mach 1 had a powerful V-8 engine, although it wasn't as aggressive as the GT350 or GT500. This engine was also offered in Shelby and Boss models. Although Shelby models were often outfitted for track duty, the Mach 1 nonetheless had all of the comfort amenities. Rather than a pony car made for rapid laps on the racetrack or runs down the drag strip, it was more of a highway racer.
For the Mach 1, Ford created a few distinctive body modifications, beginning with a front hood that had race-spec pins, a matte black line, and a large scoop in the middle. A chin spoiler, rear deck spoiler, and quarter window louvers were available options. A few additions were also made to the interior, but the design remained the same. A chrome pop-open gas cap, Magnum 500 wheels with Goodyear tires, chrome exhaust tips, and a sportier suspension configuration were also included as standard features.

1969
Ford had four available engines for 1969, but the 5.8-liter Windsor V-8, with 250 horsepower and 355 pound-feet of torque, was the Mach 1's standard engine.
The 6.4-liter V-8 was available with 320 horsepower and 427 pound-feet of torque, while the 5.8-liter produced 290 horses and 385 pound-feet of torque in four-barrel form. The Cobra Jet, 7.0-liter V-8, which produced 335 horsepower and 440 pound-feet of torque, was also offered in Ram Air and standard spec.
1970
The Mach 1 saw minor exterior modifications for 1970. The former lights on each side of the grille were converted into horizontal vents, and the lights inside the grille were made the main lights. The side scoops behind the doors were eliminated, and the original taillights around the back were replaced with recessed units on a black honeycomb panel. Ford also updated the wheels, the emblem and stripe package, and the bucket seats. The four-barreled 5.8-liter V-8 engine was updated from 290 to 300 horsepower, replacing the 6.4-liter V-8 engine, which was removed from the lineup. The Mach 1 had three- or four-speed manual transmissions and a three-speed automatic gearbox available during these two years.





1971?
The Mustang from this era looked very different from the Mustang from the previous generation, but still being a part of the first generation. A more aggressive body style with a wedge-like appearance, a taller hood, and a shorter rear deck were among the key changes. The headlamps were once again pointed in the direction of the sides, and the grille again covered the whole width of the front fascia. Ford also abandoned the traditional bumper in favor of a component that blends better with the fascia. Ford also changed the rear end, adding a new set of taillights. Additionally, the SportsRoof body type evolved into a full-fledged fastback design with hardly any decklid in back of the angled rear window.
The matte black graphics on the hood and the quick-release pins were among the distinguishing characteristics that the rebuilt Mach 1 kept. The dual scoop design on the engine hood was now present. Instead of being chrome like the standard Mustang, the bumpers were color-matched to the body. Black waistline stripes and "Mach 1" badges on the lower front fenders were now also part of the graphic package.
A new base engine in the shape of a 4.9-liter V-8 with 210 horsepower and 296 pound-feet of torque has been added to the lineup of available engines.

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