Finally the Mustang had been given the four-wheel disc brakes it had cried out for, even if it was on a limited production car. Note: Ford part numbers are listed below. In many cases Ford has two separate numbers for each part, the Ford production number the fourth character is a Z , and an engineering number. To this, Ford SVT engineers added the following performance items:. They were milled for Valves measure 1. The valves are actuated by Cobra-specific 1.
Intake Manifold: The Cobra upper manifold was unique to the Cobra and had a 2. The lower manifold was identical to the GT manifold used by Ford Racing; it redirects airflow to a rectangular port configuration as needed by the cylinder heads.
Camshaft: The cam is of the hydraulic roller type same as the GT. However, the Cobra cam has unique specifications of 0. The water pump pulley also decreased in diameter by the same amount in order to preserve the ratio of pump speed, and thus coolant flow.
These smaller accessory pulleys necessitated a shorter serpentine belt. While the factory headers and H-pipe remained the same, the tailpipes were similar to that of a Mustang LX 5. This is because the Cobra had a revised rear fascia, allowing unlike the GT for an exposed dual exhaust. The exterior of the Cobra received its own subtle detail changes. The Cobra had the same lower grille as the GT, but minus the side scoops. The front fascia contained a grille opening which carried a running horse emblem.
The flat panel between the headlamps was replaced with a slotted grille with a small running pony in the centre. The overly aggressive side skirts from the GT were toned down and the Cobra ost the fake scoops ahead of the rear wheels. A coiled snake was affixed to the front fender where the 5. Changes to the Cobra were the most pronounced at the rear. A shallow, up-turned rear bumper with exhaust cutouts was installed and the rear spoiler was redesigned to give the car greater stability a high speeds.
For those with keen eyes you will also notice the SVO tail lamps and the seven-blade alloy wheels which add to the speedy and sophisticated package. Interior furnishings were basically GT stock and was offered in either grey or black. Cloth seats were standard and leather was available as an option.
Acceleration from zero to 60 mph took a quick 5. Although it can feel less buttoned down…the Cobra makes better use of its tires and rewards coordinated hands and feet with clearly higher limits and cornering speeds…. This high strung temperament is great on a track however below 2, RPM the Cobra felt just a little weak. This lack of low end grunt was slightly amplified by the relatively tall 3. For those die-hard, low-end torque loving muscle car enthusiasts the Cobra might be a sight disappointment.
However for those enthusiasts who love rowing through the gears and exploring the upper reaches of the tachometer and the outer limits of performance the engine in the Cobra was simply sublime. And boy did it sound the business, an absolutely hypnotic sound. This was no Porsche though.
The Fox body platform was starting to show its advanced ads. Quite simply technology had moved on, past the capabilities of the old chassis. On its own and compared to the LX 5. Look up Mc Gough Auto Parts in Alabama, Ricky has an entire stable full of aftermarket everything for, I believe, just about any year mustang.
Your email address will not be published. Post by Go Huskers » Thu Mar 22, am Does anyone know how to find out exactly how many cars were made in certain colors, interiors, etc. I specifically would like to know what production car was the last Teal. Is there a website or something I can go to? Thanks for your help! Post by Go Huskers » Thu Mar 22, am what source is that?
I enjoy reading true facts. You hit the nail on the head! Thanks again! Picking up my first '93 Cobra on Sat. This will be my 3rd SVT, but first Cobra! Sooo excited! Post by cobra » Fri Mar 23, am When I want to read true facts like those , I just go to the cobra.
I am the 4th owner, car has 33k on it.
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