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Ford Thunderbird

General information

ModelFord Thunderbird
Year1954
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating56.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5114 ccm (312.06 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5114 ccm (312.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power228.10 PS (168 kW or 225 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke96.5 x 87.4 mm (3.8 x 3.4 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed187.0 km/h (116.2 mph)
0-50 miles7.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1448 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4280 litres (1,131 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1578 kg (3,478.9 pounds)
Overall length4460 mm (175.6 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
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