1998 Mustang Engine Information & Specs – 281 Modular V8 (4.6 L)

Modular 4.6L DOHC/SOHC V8 Technical Specs & Data

1998 Cobra 4.6 V8

1998 Mustang Engine Information – 281 cubic inch V-8 (4.6 L Ford Modular V8)

Ford’s Modular 4.6L DOHC/SOHC V8

1996-1998 Cobras were powered by Ford’s modular 4.6L DOHC V8 which produced an advertised 305 hp (227 kW) and 300 lb·ft (410 N·m) of torque.

Year 1998
VIN Code V
Cylinders 8
Displacement 281 cu / 4.6 liters
Power (hp) 305 hp @ 5,800 RPM
Torque (lb/ft) 300 lb/ft @ 4,800 RPM
Compression 9.85:1
Type DOHC

 

Year 1998
VIN Code X
Cylinders 8
Displacement 281 cu / 4.6 liters
Power (hp) 215 hp @ 4,400 RPM
Torque (lb/ft) 285 lb/ft @ 3,500 RPM
Compression 9.0:1
Type SOHC