1962 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars Fact Sheet

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The 1962 Plymouth line copied much of the styling from the successful 1961 Valiant.  In a surprise move, Plymouth (and Dodge) reduced the wheelbase of their mid-price cars to mid-size, dropping the wheelbase from 118 inches to 116 inches and removing almost 150 pounds from the average weight of each  model!

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1962 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars Facts and Specifications

General Year Information – 1962 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars

The 1962 Plymouth is categorized in our Fact Sheets as a mid-size car due to its 116 inch wheelbase. While there were no full size cars in Plymouth’s lineup, Dodge and Chrysler both featured full size cars on a 122 inch wheelbase, the Dodge Custom 880 and, of course, the Chrysler Newport, 300 and 300H. The Dodge Dart and Polara will also be categorized as mid-size cars as they sit on the same 116 inch wheelbase as the Plymouth. Plymouth did not offer a full size 118-122 inch wheelbase car in 1962.

NOTE: The Plymouth Valiant is a compact car and not covered in this Fact Sheet.

A New Look
As the Valiant had proved successful addition in 1961,  this year the all other Plymouth cars received a styling chance similar to the Valiant. The rear side feature line did stop short of the Valiant’s around-the-wheelhouse sweep. In fact, the back of the cars looked like the outcome of mating a Valiant rear fascia with a regular 1961 Plymouth. The low, thin center dorsal fin remained atop the rear deck. The grille was not a Valiant inspiration either. It was concave, with a series of concave, vertically-segmented fins. Dual horizontal headlamps were fitted. The inner lenses were set into the grille and looked smaller than the outer lenses, which were positioned in large, tunneled, circular housings at each corner of the body. Roof lines were a radical departure from the past, with most having wrap-around backlights and a more formal look. A long hood/short deck theme was apparent throughout the line.

Like the Valiant, the 1962 Plymouths promoted 32,000 mile intervals between chassis lubrication. The cars used printed electrical circuit boards; higher torque starters; unit-body construction and a new aluminum transmission case for the automatic transmissions.

Historical
In August, 1962 a specially equipped Plymouth attained the fastest speed ever recorded for a stock-bodied auto at this time. Running at the Annual Bonneville National Speed Trials, the car made a 190.073 miles per hour one-way run.

1962 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars Factoids

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The Sport Fury line, last available in 1959, returned this year. While all performance engines were available across all lines, the Sport Fury came standard with bucket seats; center front console; full wheel covers; all-vinyl trim, a DeLuxe steering wheel, and a 318 CID 230 HP V-8.


The 413 CID Super Stock V-8 replaced the high output 413 and 383 CID long and short ram V-8s with 410 HP at 5400 RPM with 11.0 compression and 420 HP with 13.5:1 compression. See “Engines” below for more information or check the AMA High Performance Specifications Sheets HERE.

1962 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars Facts – Models Offered

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Savoy was the base model, with “Plymouth” in  script high on the front doors and no extraneous trim. Standard equipment included oil filter; turn signals; sun visors; electric wipers; front arm rests; glove box lock; five tubeless blackwall tires and small hub caps. Cars known as “Fleet Specials” were basically Savoy models with less standard features.

Savoy models were 2-door Sedan, 4-door Sedan and 6-passenger Station Wagon.

The Belvedere was Ply­mouth’s mid-priced, full-sized nameplate. These cars had a strip of stainless steel run­ning along the fender feature line, from above the headlamps to mid-door, and ending with a spear tip there. Placed above the molding, on the door, was chrome “Belvedere” in script. Standard equipment was comprised of the Savoy assortment, plus arm rests; front foam seat cushions; cigar lighter and power tailgate window on nine-pas­senger station wagons.

Belvedere models were 2-door Sedan, 2-door Hardtop, 4-door Sedan and 6- and 9-passenger Station Wagon.

The Fury had higher-level appointments and a high-level of standard equipment over the Savoy and Belvedere. Included in standard equipment were all Bel­vedere items, plus aluminum exterior trim inserts (on rear door/body top edge); backup lights; electric clock and power tailgate window on nine-passenger Suburban wagons.

Also, Fury models had specially available options like all-vinyl trim in hardtops, rear foam seat cushion and Six-Way power seat. Surprisingly, wheel covers, however, were optional – not standard.  “Fury” in script, identified the model, and was placed behind the front wheel opening. The front fender feature line was highlighted with a heavy chrome strip, which was fluted at the forward tip. Thin moldings outlined the front and rear wheel openings, too. Only two styles, a 4-door Sedan and a 2-door hardtop sedan, were sold with the slant six engine.

Fury Models were 2-door Hardtop, 4-door Sedan, 4-door hardtop, Convertible  and 6- and 9-passenger Station Wagon.

The Sport Fury line was announced about four months after the rest of the line, Plymouth’s top offering. It had such extras as bucket seats, center front console, full wheel covers, all-vinyl trim, rear foam seat cushions, and a DeLuxe steering wheel as standard equipment. In response to dealer wishes, several styling touches  were added to all Furys and Sport Furys in mid-run. These included a third tail lamp on each side (for a total of six), belt line trim extensions were now full-length, and license plate recess was now trimmed in stainless.

Sport Furys were distinguished by their name in script – placed ahead of front wheel opening, deck lid license plates, and red, white and blue finished trim insert dimples. The grille was given a more strongly segmented appearance, by blacking-out the wider division panels.

The Sport Fury came as a 2-door Hardtop or Convertible, V-8 powered, but upgraded V-8s were optional.

1962 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars Facts – Engines

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225 CID I-6. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Four main bearings.
Displacement: 225 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 3.400 x 4.125 inches.
Compression ratio: 8.20:1.
Horsepower: 145 @ 4000 RPM.
Torque: 215 @ 2800 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.
Camshaft Timing: 232°, Exhaust: 228°, Overlap: 8°. Valve Lift: Intake  0.371″, Exhaust  0.364″.
Carburetor: (manual transmission) ball & Ball one­-barrel: BBS-3231 S or  Holley R-2418 A; (automatic transmission) Ball & Ball BBS-3232 S or Holley R-2419 A; (California) Ball & Ball BBS-3235 S.

318 CID 2-Barrel V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 318 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 3.91 x 3.31 inches.
Compression ratio: 9.0:1.
Horsepower: 230 @ 4400 RPM.
Torque: 340 @ 2400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.
Camshaft timing: Intake 244°, Exhaust 240°, Overlap: 20°. Valve Lift: (Intake) 0.380″, (Exhaust) 0.386″.
Carburetor: Two barrel: (manual transmission) Ball & Ball BBD-3240 S  or Bendix WW3-198; (automatic transmission) Ball & Ball BBD-3241 S or Bendix WW3-199; (California) Bendix . WW3-200.

318 CID 4-Barrel Power Pack (“Super Fury”) V-8 – Automatic Transmission Only. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 318 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 3.91 x 3.31 inches.
Compression ratio: 9.0:1.
Horsepower: 260 @ 4400 RPM.
Torque: 345 @ 2800 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.
Camshaft timing: Intake 248°, Exhaust 248°, Overlap: 30°. Valve Lift: (Intake) 0.400″, (Exhaust) 0.406″.
Carburetor: Four barrel: (automatic transmission only) Carter AFB-3247 S (California) Carter AFB-3249 S.

NOTE: This optional engine was only available with Torqueflite automatic transmission.

361 CID “Golden Commando” 4-Barrel V-8.  Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 361 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.125 x 3.375 inches.
Compression ratio: 10.00:1.
Horsepower: 305 @ 4800 RPM.
Torque: 395 @ 3000 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 268°, Exhaust 268°, Overlap: 48°; Lift:  0.444″.
Carburetor:  Carter Four-barrel Model (manual transmission); AFB 3252S (automatic transmission) AFB 3253S; (California) AFB 3257S.

361 CID Dual 4-Barrel  “Super Golden Commando” 310 HP V-8.   Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 361 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.125 x 3.375 inches.
Compression ratio: 9.00:1.
Horsepower: 310 @ 5200 RPM.
Torque: 390 @ 3400 RPM.
Valve  lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 268°, Exhaust 268°, Overlap: 48°; Lift: 0.444″.
Intake manifold: Inline Two 4-barrel.
Carburetors: Two Carter Four-barrel Model Front: AFB-2790S Rear: AFB-2791S; Optional Front: AFB-3258-S, Rear: AFB~3259-S.

383 CID 4-Barrel Performance V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings
Displacement: 383 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.250 x 3.375 inches.
Compression ratio: 10.00:1.
Horsepower: 330 @ 4600 RPM.
Torque: 425 @ 2800 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing:

  • Standard – Hydraulic Lifters. Intake 268°, Exhaust 268°, Overlap: 48°; Lift: 0.444″.
  • Option 1 – Mechanical Lifters: Intake 268°, Exhaust 268°, Overlap: 48°; Lift: 0.444″.
  • Option 2 – Mechanical Lifters: Intake 276°, Exhaust 276°, Overlap: 58°; Lift: 0.450″.

Carburetor: Carter  Four-barrel Model (Standard) AFB-3438-S, (Optional large venturi) AFB-3397-S.

383 CID Dual 4 Barrel Performance V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 383 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.250 x 3.375 inches.
Compression ratio: 10.00:1.
Horsepower: 335 @ 5200 RPM.
Torque: 420 @ 3600 RPM. Five main bearings.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft Timing:

  • Standard  – Hydraulic Lifters. Intake 268°, Exhaust 268°, Overlap: 48°; Lift: 0.444″.
  • Option 1 – Mechanical Lifters: Intake 268°, Exhaust 268°, Overlap: 48°; Lift: 0.444″.
  • Option 2 – Mechanical Lifters: Intake 276°, Exhaust 276°, Overlap: 58°; Lift: 0.450″.

Intake manifold: inline dual.
Carburetor:
 Two Carter  Four-barrel Model:

  • Standard  – Front: AFB-2970-S, Rear: AFB-2971-S.
  • Optional – Front: AFB-3258-S, Rear: AFB-3259-S.

413 CID 4-Barrel Performance V-8 .  Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 413 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.1875 x 3.75 inches.
Compression ratio: 11.0:1.
Horsepower: 365 @ 4600 RPM.
Torque: 460 @ 2800 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.

Camshaft timing:

  • Standard – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 284°, Exhaust 284°, Overlap: 55°; Lift: (intake) 0.449″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.454″.
  • Option 1 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 292°, Exhaust 292°, Overlap: 67°; Lift: 0.490″.
  • Option 2 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 300°, Overlap: 75°; Lift: (intake) 0.509″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.520″.

Carburetor:

  • Standard – One Carter Four-barrel Model AFB-3251S.
  • Optional – Carter Four-barrel Model AFB-3397S.

 

413 CID Dual 4-Barrel Performance V-8.  Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 413 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.1875 x 3.75 inches.
Compression ratio: 11.0:1.
Horsepower: 385 @ 5200 RPM.
Torque: 455 @ 3600 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.
Camshaft timing:

  • Standard – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 284°, Exhaust 284°, Overlap: 55°; Lift: (intake) 0.449″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.454″.
  • Option 1 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 292°, Exhaust 292°, Overlap: 67°; Lift: 0.490″.
  • Option 2 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 300°, Overlap: 75°; Lift: (intake) 0.509″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.520″.

Intake manifold:  inline dual 4-barrel.
Carburetors:  Two Carter Four-barrel Model (Front Standard) AFB-2790S, (Rear Standard) AFB-2791S. (Front Optional) AFB-3258S, (Rear Optional) AFB-3259S.

413 CID 4-Barrel NASCAR V-8 .  Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 413 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.1875 x 3.75 inches.
Compression ratio: 11.0:1.
Horsepower: 400 @ 5400 RPM.
Torque: 460 @ 4400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical
Camshaft:

  • Standard – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 284°, Exhaust 284°, Overlap: 55°; Lift: (intake) 0.449″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.454″.
  • Option 1 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 292°, Exhaust 292°, Overlap: 67°; Lift: 0.490″.
  • Option 2 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 300°, Overlap: 75°; Lift: (intake) 0.509″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.520″.

Carburetor: One Carter Four-barrel Model AFB-3559S.
NOTE: This engine was commonly rated at 400 HP, but the factory did not list any figures.

413 CID “Super Stock 413” V-8 .  Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 413 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.1875 x 3.75 inches.
Compression ratio: 11.0:1.
Horsepower: 410 @ 5400 RPM.
Torque: 460 @ 4400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical
Camshaft:

  • Standard – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 284°, Exhaust 284°, Overlap: 55°; Lift: (intake) 0.449″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.454″.
  • Option 1 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 292°, Exhaust 292°, Overlap: 67°; Lift: 0.490″.
  • Option 2 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 300°, Overlap: 75°; Lift: (intake) 0.509″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.520″.

Intake manifold: Short-integral cross ram.
Carburetor: Two Carter Four-barrel Model (Standard) AFB-2903S, (Optional) AFB-AFB-3447S.

413 CID 4-Barrel NASCAR V-8.  Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 413 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.1875 x 3.75 inches.
Compression ratio: 13.5:1.
Horsepower: 410 @ 5400 RPM.
Torque: 470 @ 4400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.
Camshaft:

  • Standard – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 284°, Exhaust 284°, Overlap: 55°; Lift: (intake) 0.449″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.454″.
  • Option 1 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 292°, Exhaust 292°, Overlap: 67°; Lift: 0.490″.
  • Option 2 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 300°, Overlap: 75°; Lift: (intake) 0.509″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.520″.

Carburetor:  One Carter Four-barrel Model AFB-3559S.

NOTE: This engine was commonly rated at 410 HP, but the factory did not list any figures.

413 CID “Super Stock 413” V-8 .  Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 413 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.1875 x 3.75 inches.
Compression ratio: 13.5:1.
Horsepower: 420 @ 5400 RPM.
Torque: 470 @ 4400 RPM.
Valve lifters: Mechanical.
Camshaft:

  • Standard – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 284°, Exhaust 284°, Overlap: 55°; Lift: (intake) 0.449″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.454″.
  • Option 1 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 292°, Exhaust 292°, Overlap: 67°; Lift: 0.490″.
  • Option 2 – Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 300°, Overlap: 75°; Lift: (intake) 0.509″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.520″.

Intake manifold: Short-integral cross ram.
Carburetor:  Two Carter Four-barrel Model (Standard) AFB-2903S, (Optional) AFB-3447S.

NOTE: This 13.5:1 Compression Ratio engine was initially listed as “Dealer Installed” – later amended to “Optional” to allow it in NHRA competition.

1962 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars Facts – Chassis Features

    • Wheelbase:  116.0 inches.
    • Overall length:  Wagons: 210.0 inches, Others: 202.0 inches.
    • Overall width:  75.6 inches.
    • Overall height:   (V-8s): Wagons: 53.8 inches, Sedans & Hardtops: 54.0 inches, Convertible: 54.5 inches.
    • Front tread:  59.4 inches.
    • Rear tread:  57.5 inches.
    • Tires:  Sport Fury: 7.00 x 14 black or white wall tubeless; Others: 6.50 x 14 black wall tubeless, white walls optional.

1962 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars Facts – Powertrains

  • Three Speed Automatic Transmission Ratios
    • All: 1st – 2.45:1, 2nd – 1.45:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.20:1.
  • Three Speed Manual Transmission Ratios
    • I-6: 1st – 2.95:1, 2nd – 1.83:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 3.80:1.
    • V-8: 1st – 2.55:1, 2nd – 1.49:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.34:1.
    • V-8 Optional: 1st – 2.17:1, 2nd – 1.43:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.84:1.
  • Four Speed Manual Transmission Ratios
    • V-8 Only: 1st – 2.20:1, 2nd – 1.66:1, 3rd –  1.5:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.61:1.
    • 409 CID V-8: 1st – 2.20:1, 2nd – 1.66:1, 3rd –  1.31:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.26:1.
  • Rear Gear Standard Ratios
    • I-6: 3-Speed SMT – 3.31:1, Station Wagon 3.23:1.
    • V-8 Except High Performance 3-Speed SMT – 3.23:1.
    • I-6 Wagons 3-Speed AMT – 3.23:1, Optional 3.55:1.
    • I-6 3-Speed Other AMT – 2.93:1, Optional 3.31:1 and 3.55:1.
    • V-8 Std 318 CID Except High Performance 3-Speed AMT – 2.76:1 Optional 3.23:1.
    • V-8 Power Pack 318 CID & 361 CID Golden Commando Except High Performance 3-Speed AMT – 3.23:1 Optional 2.76:1.
    • 361 2-4bbl, 383 2-4bbl, & 4134bbl CID V-8: All transmissions – 3.23:1.
    • 383 4bbl V-8: 3-Speed & 4-Speed SMT 2.93:1, 3-Speed AMT 3.23:1.
    • 413 all V-8: 3-Speed & 4-Speed SMT3.91:1, 3-Speed AMT 3.9:1.

NOTE: Optional – dealer installed gear ratios ranged from 2.76:1 to 6.17:1. Sure Grip available in all ratios. See 1962 Plymouth High Performance Options AMA Specifications Sheets  for all actual ratios HERE.

1962 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars Facts – Powertrain Options

    • Three-speed manual transmission was standard.
    • Torqueflite automatic transmission with six-cylinder ($192).
    • Aluminum Torqueflite automatic transmission with V-8 ($211). 
    • “Super Fury” 318 CID 260 horsepower V-8 ($39).
    • “Golden Commando” 361 CID 305 horsepower V-8 ($103) except Sport Fury, standard.
    • “Super Stock 413” 413  410 HP V-8 ($375).
    • Crankcase ventilation system for California vehicles ($5).
    • Sure-Grip positive traction rear axle ($50).

NOTE: 230 HP 318 CID Base V-8 included in base V-8 model pricing.

1962 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars Facts – Significant Options

    • Air conditioning including heater ($446).
    • Air-conditioning group ($375).
    • All-vinyl trim, Fury hardtops ($30).
    • Anti-freeze ($5).
    • Assist Lights Group, nine-passenger wagon ($7); other models ($12).
    • Backup lights ($11).
    • Basic Group, Fury ($104); other models ($114).
    • Cigar lighter ($4) Savoy.
    • Clock ($16) Savoy.
    • DeLuxe steering wheel ($11).
    • Front bumper bar ($14).
    • Front foam seat, Savoy ($11).
    • Heater and defroster, standard with air-conditioning ($75).
    • Padded dashboard ($14).
    • Power brakes ($43).
    • Power seat, Six-Way, Fury only ($96).
    • Power steering ($77).
    • Power tailgate window, six-passenger station wagon ($33).
    • Power windows ($102).
    • Radio Group, basic Fury ($162); other models ($173).
    • Radio, DeLuxe ($84).
    • Radio, standard push button ($59).
    • Rear view mirror, Day/Nite inside ($4).
    • Rear view mirror, left-hand outside ($6).
    • Roof luggage rack, wagons ($48).
    • Safety Group ($107).
    • Seat belts ($19).
    • Tinted glass, all windows ($43); windshield only ($22).
    • Two-tone paint ($17).
    • Wheel covers, except Sport Fury ($19).
    • Windshield washer ($12).
    • Windshield wipers, variable speed ($6).

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