Latest "rumor" mill Mustang horsepower numbers.

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Sep 1, 2003 | 01:22 PM

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Z284ever

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Originally posted by guionM

In case anyone is wondering, this is the rough estimates of today's engines based on the "gross" ratings used on muscle cars of the 60's & early 70s (using the 80% rule of thumb):

Even modern base V6 Camaro/Mustangs could probably run with the "junior" muscle cars of the '60s.

Sep 1, 2003 | 04:34 PM

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DAyers

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In 1971 GM rated their cars with both Gross and Net horsepower ratings. The '71 Camaro SS 350 I purchased new was rated at 270 Gross HP and 210 Net HP.

Dave