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1970 Ford Torino GT 2-Door Fastback Coupe

The Torino GT was Ford's sporty 1970 intermediate, its SportsRoof fastback and hidden headlamps wrapping available big-block muscle in fresh styling.
0R35H160722
351 CID V8
Engine
2-Door Fastback Coupe
Body
San Jose, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1970 Ford Torino GT

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 0 1970
Plant Code R San Jose, CA
Model Code 35 Torino GT
Engine Code H 351 CID V8
Serial Number 160722 Production #160722

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelTorino GT
Year1970
Body Style2-Door Fastback Coupe
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine351 CID V8
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Horsepower250 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2-barrel
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Bodystyle lifespan1968 through 1971
Headroom front37.8
Headroom rear36.8
Height53.3
Legroom front42.3
Legroom rear32.9
Length206.7
Nameplate origin1968
Wheelbase116.0
Width76.4

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)