Sometimes, there comes an engine that just makes everything it’s slotted into an instant classic; examples include the 2JZ, the K20, the W12, and the list goes on. One of these engines is the Ford 289, a small block V8 so rich with racing heritage that it helped make the livelihood of one of the most famous automotive icons of all time. It might not provide close to the power you’d find in a modern Ford Mustang Dark Horse, but it’s a legend from its own time. In this article, we will look at the development of the Ford 289, its engine specs, and what cars made were graced to have the 289 V8 powering them.
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