The design of the 1961 Plymouth Fury was much more subdued than its predecessor, but failed to save the Fury.
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1960-1961 Plymouth Fury Specifications
The 1960-1961 Plymouth Fury attempted to build on the cult-like success of its earlier limited-production models. Unfortunately, unpopular styling choices destined it to extinction. However, as the 1960-1961 Plymouth Fury specifications below indicate, the Fury was one of the finest performance cars of the early 1960s.
Specifications
Engines: ohv I-6, 225 cid (3.40 × 4.13), 145 bhp; ohv V-8, 318 cid (3.91 × 3.31) 230 bhp; 361 cid (4.12 × 3.38) 305 bhp; 383 cid (4.25 × 3.38) 330 bhp
Transmissions: 3-speed manual; 3-speed automatic optional
Suspension, front: upper and lower control arms, longitudinal torsion bars
Suspension, rear: live axle, leaf springs
Brakes: front/rear drums
Wheelbase (in.): 118.0
Weight (lbs.): 3,330-3,640
Top speed (mph): 120+
0-60 mph (sec): 7.5-17
