1968 saw the birth of Ford’s 428 Cobra Jet engine. A 428 Cobra Jet Mustang is a true “R” code car meaning it was born with the big block. But which 1968 car was the fastest a quarter mile?
In this segment of Rick DeBruhl’s Automotive Evolution, discover the 1968 Mustang Cobra Jet, a high-performance car that was designed to dominate the drag strip. Rick delves into the history of the Cobra Jet engine, its unique features, and the styling changes that distinguish the 1968 model from its predecessors. He also points out safety features that were mandated for all cars in 1968.
This 1968-1/2 Ford Mustang 428 CJ is powered by a 428 cubic inch Super Cobra Jet engine making 410 horsepower and has a drag pack, ram air induction and a 3.91:1 ratio rear end.
Be sure to see this as well as the many other Mustangs in our collection the next time you are at the Martin Auto Museum.