On paper, the turbo four didn’t seem a bad bet, especially since it was around 150 lb (68 kg) lighter than the V8, but its power band was narrow and its driveability left much to be desired. Mustang buyers were wary of the turbo engine, particularly once it became clear that its r...
This move ignited a fierce season-long brawl between the two Ford camps (Moffat drove for Moore in four of these races), with Shelby’s Mustang team ultimately claiming a narrow points victory over the Cougar squad. Although Ford claimed its second straight Trans-Am title, such inter-brand ...