1964 Plymouth Mid-Size Cars Fact Sheet
1964 Plymouth Facts, Figures, and Specifications
The entire rear end was lengthened almost 2 inches and it was more tapered than in the previous season. Hardtops had a new, cantilevered type roof pillar. Standard equipment was similar to 1963.
1964 Plymouths – Sharp and Sexy
Plymouth styling was updated for 1964. Significantly, the 426 CID V-8 was offered as a “Street” package, de-tuned from the race engine – but still potent!
General Year Information – 1964 Plymouth Mid-Size Car
NOTE: The 1964 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. Plymouth did not offer a full size 118-122 inch wheelbase car in 1964.
The Plymouth Valiant and newly introduced Barracuda were compact cars and are not covered in this Fact Sheet.
Once gain – A New Look
Plymouth mid-size cars were restyled again for 1964. A beveled edge feature line was used for the roofs of sedans, while hardtops had a new, cantilevered type roof pillar. With the hardtops, an extra large, warp around backlight was employed and the pillars were much wider at the top than the bottom. A full-width grille was seen. It was “veed” to the horizontal plane and featured an insert with six ‘stacks’ of short horizontal blades, segmented by vertical division bars. There were wider horizontal blade sections at the outboard ends, into which the dual headlamps were placed side-by-side. A more massive front bumper, housing the parking lamps, was used. At the rear, the 1963 look was further refined.
The engine lineup was simplified: the 318 CID V-8 remained as the base engine, with the 265 HP 361 CID “Commando 361” V-8 being the intermediate selection, while the 383 CID “Commando 383” remained as the only version at this size. Replacing the Hi-Po 383 CID V-8s was the new “Commando 426”, as 426 CID V-8 utilizing the 383’s parts and pieces on the new larger block.
Historical
New was a street-tuned ‘426-S’ version of 365 horsepower. On February 9, 1964, the return of the “Hemi” was announced. This new “Super Commando V-8 could only be purchased, over the counter, for about $1,800. Three versions were available – under-rated at 410, 415 or 425 horsepower were available, but only to professional racer teams.
1964 Plymouth Factoids
A 426 CID Street Wedge block was made available beginning in 1964. It was directly related to the 383 CID single 4-barrel high performance V-8, but based on the high-deck “RB” block. Rated at 365 horsepower, it was immediately adopted by the buying public – a total of 6,359 Chrysler products were built with 426 cubic inch engines for model year 1964. See the AMA Specifications Sheet HERE
The 426 CID Super Stock III V-8 replaced the Super Stock 426 II. HP ratings were the same at 415 HP at 5600 RPM with 11.0 and 425 HP with 12.5 compression. Cast, equal length headers were a new feature and further improved cylinder heads. See the 1964 Supper Stock III Owners Manual in our downloads or click HERE.
The 426 CID Hemi V-8 arrived this year. Built around the RB wedge block, it had many improvements over that unit including cross-bolted mains, the fantastic Hemi cylinder heads and much more. See the Hemi Tech Bulletin in our downloads or click HERE.
1964 Plymouth Facts – Models Offered
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Savoys had large, rectangular single tail lamps. “Plymouth” block letters was stretched across the edge of the trunk where it met the rear fascia. “Savoy” in script was placed on the sides of front fenders, behind the wheel opening. Savoys were devoid of bright work except at the very top edge of the rear fascia where it met the trunk lip, just under “Plymouth”, around the rear window and at the front, around the windshield.
SAVOY STANDARD EQUIPMENT – 145 HP 225 CID 6-cylinder Engine or 230 HP 318 CID V-8 Engine, 3-Speed Manual Transmission, Vinyl-and-Fabric Interiors (except Wagons) Torsion-Bar Suspension, Oriflow Shock Absorbers,
Self-Adjusting Brakes, Color-Keyed Rubber Floor Covering, Electric Windshield Wipers, Cigarette Lighter, Sun Visors, Right & Left, Alternator and 12-Volt Battery.
Plymouth’s middle line was called the Belvedere Series again. This range could be identified by its full-length body-side molding that was “‘hook” shaped at the front. Sedans also had a horizontal ‘C’ pillar strip. “Belvedere” in script was placed behind the front wheel openings and on the right-hand side of the deck lid latch panel. However, there was no “Plymouth” in block letters on the rear edge of the trunk, instead a “Belvedere” script was placed in the right rear fascia. Brightwork surrounded all window glass.
BELVEDERE STANDARD EQUIPMENT – 145 HP 225 CID 6-cylinder Engine or 230 HP 318 CID V-8 Engine, 3-Speed Manual Transmission, Vinyl-and-Fabric Interiors (except Wagons) Torsion-Bar Suspension, Color-Keyed, Deep-Pile Carpeting, Electric Windshield Wipers, Armrests Front and Rear, (Ash Trays in Rear) Right & Left Sun Visors, Cigarette Lighter, Super Foam Front Seat Cushions, Alternator and 12-Volt Battery.
Plymouth’s high-priced line was the Fury Series. It included four V-8 only models and only two models available with Slant Sixes. Trim included wide body side moldings, with color inserts, that tapered to a single spear on the front fenders. “Fury” in block lettering was set into the rear fender sides and “Fury” in script was placed on the right hand edge of the trunk. The rear fascia had a panel “grille” between the tail lights and the tail lamps were dual lenses. There were roof pillar medallions that were bisected by a spear on sedans and met the bright drip molding.
FURY STANDARD EQUIPMENT – 145 HP 225 CID 6-cylinder Engine (2-Door Hardtop & 4-Door Sedan only) or 230 HP 318 CID V-8 Engine (all models), 3-Speed Manual Transmission, Vinyl-and-Fabric Interiors, All-Vinyl on Convertibles & Wagons only, Torsion-Bar Suspension, Oriflow Shock Absorbers, Self-Adjusting Brakes, Color-Keyed, Deep-Pile Carpeting Electric Windshield Wipers, Electric Clock, Armrests Front and Rear, (Ash Trays in Rear), Back-Up Lights, Super Foam Front Seat Cushions, Right & Left Sun Visors, Cigarette Lighter, Automatic Convertible Top – Electrically Operated, Alternator and 12-Volt Battery.
The Sport Fury was Plymouth’s premium offering. Exterior trim was a wide body side feature line molding with color insert and a red, white and blue cowl side decorative panel. “Sport Fury” in block lettering was at the rear of the rear fenders and in script at the top right edge of the trunk where it met the rear fascia. Special wheel covers with simulated knock-off hubs were fitted. Bucket seats were standard equipment, as was V-8 power. Cars ordered with the “‘426-S” wedge V-8 had a unique tell-tale sign – the displacement numbers were set against a black panel between the hood opening and the stand-up hood ornament.
SPORT FURY STANDARD EQUIPMENT – 230 HP 318 CID V-8 Engine, 3-Speed Manual Transmission All vinyl Individual Bucket Seats, Console with Shifter, Torsion-Aire Ride, Oriflow Shock Absorbers, Deluxe Wheel Covers, Self-Adjusting Brakes, Color-Keyed, Deep-Pile Carpeting, Electric Windshield Wipers, Electric Clock, Armrests Front and Rear, (Ash Trays in Rear) Padded Instrument, Panel Back-Up Lights, Right & Left Sun Visors, Cigarette Lighter, Deluxe Steering Wheel with Full Horn Ring, Automatic Convertible Top – Electrically Operated, Alternator and 12-Volt Battery.
1964 Plymouth Facts – Engines
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- 225 CID I-6 145 HP
- 318 CID V-8 230 HP
- 361 CID V-8 Commando 265 HP
- 383 CID Golden Commando V-8 330 HP
- 426 CID (Street) V-8 365 HP
- 426 CID V-8 370 HP NASCAR
- 426 CID V-8 370 HP NASCAR Stage III
- 426 CID V-8 415 HP Super Stock II
- 426 CID V-8 415 HP Super Stock Stage III
- 426 CID V-8 425 HP Super Stock II
- 426 CID V-8 425 HP Super Stock Stage III
Plymouth 383 CID “Golden Commando” V8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. 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. Hydraulic Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 268°, Exhaust 268°, Overlap: 48°; Lift: 0.444″. Carburetor: Carter Four-barrel Model AFB-34611S.
Plymouth 426 CID Street 365 HP V8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. 426 cubic inches. Bore and stroke: 4.25 x 3.75 inches. Compression ratio: 11.00:1. Horsepower: 365 @ 4800 RPM. Torque: 470 @ 3200 RPM. Hydraulic Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 268°, Exhaust 268°, Overlap: 48°; Lift: (intake) 0.430″, (exhaust) 0.430″. Carburetors: Carter Four-barrel Model AFB-3704S.
1964 Plymouth 370 HP V-8 NASCAR. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Displacement: 426 cubic inches. Bore and stroke: 4.25 x 3.75 inches. Compression ratio: 11.0:1. Horsepower: 370 @ 4600 RPM. Torque: 460 @ 2800 RPM. Five main bearings. Camshaft: Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 300°, Overlap: 75°; Lift: (intake) 0.509″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.509″. Carburetor: One Carter Four-barrel Model AFB-3397S (Primary 1.62″/Secondary 1.69″).
1963 Plymouth 370 HP V-8 NASCAR Stage III. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Displacement: 426 cubic inches. Bore and stroke: 4.25 x 3.75 inches. Compression ratio: 11.0:1. Horsepower: 370 @ 4600 RPM. Torque: 460 @ 2800 RPM. Five main bearings. Camshaft: Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 300°, Overlap: 82°; Lift: (intake) 0.520″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.520″. Carburetor: One Carter Four-barrel Model AFB-3559 S, or Holley Model R-2814 A (Primary 1.69″/Secondary 1.69″).
NOTE: The Stage III engine had improvements in the heads and exhaust manifolds though the rated HP did not change.
1964 Plymouth 415 HP V-8 “Super Stock 426”. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Displacement: 426 cubic inches. Bore and stroke: 4.25 x 3.75 inches. Compression ratio: 11.0:1. Horsepower: 415 @ 5600 RPM. Torque: 470 @ 4400 RPM. Five main bearings. Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 300°, Overlap: 75°; Lift: (intake) 0.509″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.509″. Carburetor: Two Carter Four-barrel Model (Standard) AFB-2903S, (Optional) AFB-AFB-3447S (Primary 1.44″/Secondary 1.69″)
1964 Plymouth 415 HP V-8 “Super Stock 426”. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Displacement: 426 cubic inches. Bore and stroke: 4.25 x 3.75 inches. Compression ratio: 11.0:1. Horsepower: 415 @ 5600 RPM. Torque: 470 @ 4400 RPM. Five main bearings. Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 308°, Overlap: 74°; Lift: (intake) 0.520″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.520″. Carburetor: Two Carter Four-barrel Model 3705 S (Primary 1.69″/Secondary 1.69″)
NOTE: The Stage III engine had improvements in the heads and exhaust manifolds though the rated HP did not change.
1964 Plymouth 425 HP V-8 “Super Stock 426”. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Displacement: 426 cubic inches. Bore and stroke: 4.25 x 3.75 inches. Compression ratio: 13.5:1. Horsepower: 425 @ 5600 RPM. Torque: 480 @ 4400 RPM. Five main bearings. Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 300°, Overlap: 75°; Lift: (intake) 0.509″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.509″. Carburetor: Two Carter Four-barrel Model (Standard) AFB-2903S, (Optional) AFB-AFB-3447S (Primary 1.44″/Secondary 1.69″)
1964 Plymouth 425 HP V-8 “Super Stock 426”. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Displacement: 426 cubic inches. Bore and stroke: 4.25 x 3.75 inches. Compression ratio: 11.0:1. Horsepower: 425 @ 5600 RPM. Torque: 480 @ 4400 RPM. Five main bearings. Mechanical Lifters. Camshaft Timing: Intake 300°, Exhaust 308°, Overlap: 74°; Lift: (intake) 0.520″; Lift: (exhaust) 0.520″. Carburetor: Two Carter Four-barrel Model 3705 S (Primary 1.69″/Secondary 1.69″)
NOTE: The Stage III engine had improvements in the heads and exhaust manifolds though the rated HP did not change.
1964 Plymouth Facts – Chassis Features
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- Wheelbase: 116 inches.
- Overall length: Wagons: 211.5 inches, Others: 206.5 inches.
- Front tread: 59.5 inches.
- Rear tread: 59.6 inches.
- Width: Station Wagons: 75.1 inches; Others: 75.6 inches.
- Height (V-8s): Wagons: 55.1 inches, Sedans 55.1, Hardtops: 54.4, Convertible: 55.3 inches.
- Tires: All Except Wagons: 7.00 x 14; Wagons 7.50 x 14. 7.50 optional on V-8 equipped cars – black or whitewall tubeless.
1964 Plymouth Facts – Significant Options
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- 4-speed Transmission with Hurst Linkage
- Air conditioning
- All-Vinyl Interior (Sedans & Hardtops)
- Automatic Transmission
- Backup lights, standard on Furys
- Bumper Guards, Front
- Cigar lighter – Savoy only
- Console-Mounted Shift Lever
- Electric Clock (Savoy)
- Foam seats – Savoy only
- Hardtop trim, all-vinyl for Fury – standard Sport Fury
- Heater and defroster, without air-conditioning
- Light Group, nine-passenger wagon
- Mirror, Day/Nite
- Mirror, Left-hand outside rear-view
- Mirror, Left-hand outside rear-view – remote control
- Padded dash – Savoy and Belvedere only
- Power Brakes
- Power Seat, six-way – Fury only
- Power Steering
- Power Windows
- Radio, AM DeLuxe push button
- Radio, AM push button
- Radio, AM-FM
- Rear bumper guards
- Rear foam seats – Fury only
- Seat Belts
- Steering wheel, DeLuxe – standard Sport Fury
- Sure-Grip Differential
- Tailgate assist handles with rear wind deflector – wagons only
- Tinted glass, all
- Tinted glass, windshield only
- Undercoating with hood pad
- Wheel covers, standard on Sport Fury
- White Sidewall Tires
- Windshield washer
- Wipers, variable speed
1964 Plymouth Facts –
Body Paint Color Codes
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1964 Plymouth Mid-Size
| A Barracuda Gold | |
| B Ebony | |
| C Light Blue | |
| D Medium Blue | |
| E Dark Blue | |
| H Sandalwood | |
| J Light Turquoise | |
| K Medium Turquoise | |
| L Dark Turquoise | |
| M Medium Gray | |
| P Ruby | |
| T Signet Royal Red | |
| V Chestnut | |
| W White | |
| X Light Tan | |
| Y Medium Tan |
1964 Plymouth Facts –
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1964 Plymouth 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
- 318, 361 & 383 CID V-8: 1st – 3.02:1, 2nd – 1.76:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 3.05:1
- 361 & 383 CID V-8: 1st – 2.55:1, 2nd – 1.49:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 3.34:1
- Four Speed Manual Transmission Ratios
- 361, 383 & 426 CID V-8: 1st – 2.66:1, 2nd – 1.91:1, 3rd – 1.39:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.58:1
- Rear Gear Standard Ratios
- I-6: 3-Speed SMT – 3.31:1, Optional 3.55:1, 3.23:1
- I-6 3-Speed AMT – 2.93:1, Optional 3.23:1, 3.31:1, 3.55:1
- I-6: Wagons 3-Speed SMT – 3.23:1, Optional 3.55:1.
- I-6: Wagons 3-Speed AMT – 2.93:1, Optional 3.23:1, 3.55:1
- V-8 318 CID 3-Speed SMT – 2.93:1, Optional 3.23:1, 3.55:1
- V-8 318 CID 3-Speed AMT – 2.76:1 Optional 3.23:1
- V-8 361, 383 & 426-S CID 3-Speed AMT – 3.23:1 Optional 3.55:1
- V-8 361, 383 & 426-S CID 3-Speed SMT – 3.23:1 Optional 3.55:1
- V-8 361, 383 & 426-S CID 4-Speed SMT – 3.55:1 Optional 3.23:1
- 426 CID SS III: 3-Speed SMT 3.91:1, 4-Speed SMT 3.55:1; 3-Speed AMT 3.91:1
- 426 Hemi: No set Rear ratio – set by buyer.
NOTE: Optional – dealer installed gear ratios ranged from 2.76:1 to 6.17:1. Sure Grip available in all ratios. See 1963 Plymouth High Performance Options AMA Specifications Sheets for all actual ratios HERE.
1964 Plymouth Facts –
Powertrain Options
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- Three-speed manual transmission was standard.
- Automatic transmission ($191-$210).
- Four-speed manual Hurst floor shift transmission ($188).
- “Commando” V-8 361 CID 265 horsepower two-barrel engine ($59).
- “Commando” V-8 383 CID 305 horsepower two-barrel engine ($71).
- Four-barrel carburetor on Commando “383” ($51)
- “Commando” V-8 383 CID 330 horsepower four-barrel engine ($122).
- “Commando” V-8 426 CID 365 horsepower four-barrel engine ($483).
- “Super Stock III” V-8 426 CID 415 horsepower engine ($515).
- “Super Stock III” V-8 426 III CID 425 horsepower engine ($545).
- “Street” V-8 426 CID 400 horsepower ($514).
- “Super Commando” V-8 426 CID 400 horsepower Single 4-barrel Carbureted “Hemi” engine (*).
- “Super Commando” V-8 426 CID 415 horsepower “Hemi” engine. (*).
- “Super Commando” V-8 426 cubic inch 425 horsepower “Hemi” engine (*).
- Sure-Grip positive traction rear axle ($50). Available rear axle gear ratios: 3.23:1; 3.31:1; 2.93:1 and 2.76:1.
NOTE: (*) The “Super Commando” 426 cubic inch Hemi V-8 was released in February 1964 for competition use. The price was approximately $1,800 over the counter.
NOTE: The 230 HP 318 CID Base V-8 included in base V-8 model pricing.
1964 Plymouth Facts –
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The 1964 Plymouth Belvedere 2-door Hardtop was the low-price and entry-level Plymouth 2-door hardtop. It sold at a lesser level than its big brother the Fury, with only 16,334 delivered.
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The 1964 Plymouth Belvedere 4-door Sedan was a step up from the Savoy, with more trim and a nicer interior. It was the best-selling 4-door in the Plymouth line with 57,307 produced.
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