Yes! just mentioning my E-body Cuda because it has factory braking and weighs a bit more than an A body. The "Listed" cars weight is IIRC, 3650lbs. P/S, P/B, no A/C, small block, 4 spd manual, 8-3/4 rear, S/S springs. Basic MP book build parts back from the early - mid 80's.
No,the drums are not sprung so weight transfer is unaffected. The weight is otherwise dead mass that needs to be rotated or pushed. All of this has been writen about and proven by smart people, not smart *** smarty pants people like me.
Stock for '73, 10 drums, small disc up front. It was a bit hairy stopping, but that is mostly a issue of nerves. Plenty of run at the strips end. A lack of vacuum has more play and is the scarry issue if it isn't there! A nervous LOL at tracks end for the new guy!
