Ford Gt40
Who Was Henry Ford?
Henry Ford was born on May 12, 1863 in Dearborn, Michigan. He founded the Ford Motor Company in 1903. In 1914 he introduced the Model T, which became the first affordable automobile.
Where Did the Name Come From?
In order to build the first Ford Gt40, Ford needed to make some changes to the original design. They wanted to reduce weight and improve performance.
Why Were There Only 40 Cars Built?
In order to build the first Ford Gt40, Ford needed to make some changes to the original design. They wanted to reduce weight and improve performance. However, they didn’t want to sacrifice safety. To achieve these goals, they decided to remove two of the four seats.
What's the History of the GT40?
The Ford GT40 had a very short life span. Only 20 were produced between 1966 and 1967. This number included only 12 prototypes and 8 race cars. The first prototype was completed in 1965. It took three years before the first GT40 was ready for testing.
What Makes it So Fast?
The Ford GT40 used a lightweight aluminum body with a fiberglass hood. Its engine was a V8 with four overhead camshafts and two valves per cylinder. It was rated at 545 horsepower and weighed just 2,500 pounds.
