Why do cars in movies from the 60’s and 70’s seem so bouncy? The suspension seems really loose, was there a reason for this?

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Edit: Wow thanks for all of the great responses, I was watching Goodfellas and was looking at the cars bouncing all over the place and thinking why was that. I’d love to drive in one to experience it someday.

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In addition to all the awesome responses about weight and suspension travel—I’m not seeing independent rear suspension mentioned. Compare the first mustangs after the 00 generation to the later ones and that’s the difference in an old muscle car feel and a modern car feel.

Ford wanted independent and saved the money on it for the first few years. (Shitload of retired ford engineers in my family).