For 1975, Ford wedged a 5.0-litre eight-cylinder engine into the Mustang II’s engine bay. But with only 140 horsepower, it paled in comparison to the ‘Stangs from the late-1960s.

In 1974, Ford released the Mustang II, a gutless machine based on the ignoble Pinto platform. For the pony car faithful, it was as though the Mustang had been gelded.

Based on the subcompact Pinto platform and released late in 1973 as a 1974 model-year vehicle, the Mustang II was significantly shorter, narrower, and lighter than the Mustang it replaced.

This is where we meet Brett Behrens, one of those few enthusiasts who have a soft spot for the Mustang II. A Ford guy who inherited the passion for the Blue Oval's models from his father, Behrens ...

The Mustang II was no match for the original’s performance. Road & Track (8/64) reported the original 4.7 litre (289 cu in.) V-8 Mustang sprinted to 97 km/h (60 mph) in 9.0 seconds and had a top ...

When this allegedly sporty Mustang II hit the dealership, its 302-cubic inch V8 jetted a scarcely believable 135 horsepower. For some context, an equivalent Datsun 280Z from a brand Americans at ...