Chronology
Introduced November 1971. Was the first of the Chrysler by Chrysler series
Replaced March 1973 by the CJ
On sale for approximately 16 months
Body Variants
Chrysler Sedan
Chrysler Hard Top
Model Line Up
Automatic Chrysler Sedan 360 V8: (CH6-P-41)
Automatic Chrysler Sedan 265 Hemi 6: (CH8-P-41)
Automatic Chrysler Hardtop 360 V8: (CH6-P-23)
Automatic Chrysler Hardtop 265 Hemi 6: (CH8-P-23)
Prices
CH Chrysler Auto 265 Sedan $4 895
CH Chrysler Auto 360 Sedan $5 095
Engines
Hemi 265
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, upright, Hemispherical head
Head: Hemispherical combustion chamber, pushrod and rocker actuated overhead valve with two valves per cylinder, hydraulic lifters
Capacity: 265 cubic inches (4.3 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 3.91 x 3.68 inches (99.314 x 93.472 mm)
Power: 203 bhp (151 kW) at 4800 rpm
Torque: 262 lbs/ft (355 Nm) at 3000 rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Fuel System: Carter 2 barrel downdraft type carburettor
360 V8
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Eight
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, OHV, 90° Vee
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 360 cubic inches (5.9 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 3.58 inches (101.6 x 90.932 mm)
Power: 255 bhp (190 kW) at 4400 rpm
Torque: 360 lbs/ft (488 Nm) at 2400 rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Fuel System: Holley two barrel downdraft type carburettor
Transmissions
Automatic
Three speed auto (6 cylinder)
1st: 2.45:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.92:1
‘Torque-Flite’ “C” or “D” Automatic (6)
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Rear Axle Ratios
Standard: 2.92:1
CH V8: 2.77:1
Optional:
3.23:1
3.23:1 LSD
3.50:1
Chassis/ Construction
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Independent by lateral, non parallel control arms with chromium alloy steel torsion bars with double acting telescopic dampers. Sway bar. Torsion bars .87″ x 35.8″
Rear: Rigid ‘live’ axle by asymmetrical semi elliptic leaf springs
Telescopic shock absorbers
5 leaves 55″ x 2 1/2″
Steering
Worm and ball nut type. Power assistance optional
Brakes
Tandem/divided master cylinder with booster
Front: 11 inch ventilated disc with single piston, sliding head calliper
Rear: 9 inch x 2″ (228.6 mm) drums
Electrical
12 volt with alternator
Ignition System
Coil and distributor
Exhaust System
Single tail-pipe, straight through resonance type muffler
Wheels
14″ x 6.5″ JJ Styled Wheel
Tyres
185SR x 14 Radial Ply
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Total Length: 196.7 Inches (4996mm)
Width: 74.2 Inches (1885mm)
Height: 56.2 Inches (1427mm)
Wheelbase: 115 Inches (2921mm)
Front Track: 58.3 Inches (1481mm)
Rear Track: 58.7 Inches (1491mm)
Kerb Weight: 3670lbs (1665kg)
Turning Circle: 40 Feet (12.2 Inches)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 19.5 Gallons: (89L)
Luggage Capacity: 31 Cubic Feet: (880L)
Interior Dimensions (Sedan)
Front Head Room: 38.6 Inches (980mm)
Rear Headroom: 41 Inches (1041mm)
Front Shoulder Room: 59 Inches (1499mm)
Rear Shoulder Room: 59 Inches (1499mm)
Front Hip Room: 59.8 Inches (1519mm)
Rear Hip Room: 59.8 Inches (1519mm)
Front Legroom: 42.6 Inches (1082mm)
Rear Legroom: 26.4 Inches (671mm)