The First 1967 383 A-Body, 'Barracuda or Mr. Norms's Dart'

Rick,

December 1966 ~ Cars Magazine

First Drive; 383 Barracuda 'Kudos For The Cuda'

By; Martyn L. Schorr

1967 Barracuda 383
* The Barracuda was a 'proto-type'
* The photo shoot was from October 1966
* The 383 Engine was rated at 325 HP
* Barracuda 'Fastback' Formula S
* 3.55 Gears, w/Sure-Grip
* 4-Speed w/Console
* Goodyear Blue Streak Tires {D-70 x 14"}
* Heavy-Duty 14" x 5.5" Wheels
* Front Disc Brakes
* Simulated Mag Wheel Covers
* Advertised Shipping Weight = #3202 lbs.

Performance Test
* Top Speed......... 120 MPH
* 1/4 Mile............ 15.20 @ 94.6 MPH

Overall Analysis
* Handled well, despite having an additional {+170 lbs.} of weight on the Nose,
as compared to the 273 Commando.

* Car equipped with a Brake System 'low-pressure' light for the Dual-Cylinder Master Cylinder.

* Pretzel-shaped {twist and bend} exhaust system is restrictive, preventing optimal exhaust flow.

* Barracuda 383 capable of 14.60's @ 98 MPH with 'Headers' {open system} and a
Performance Tune-Up.