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Ford Thunderbird 4.9

General information

ModelFord Thunderbird 4.9
Year1976
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating54.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4942 ccm (301.56 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4942 ccm (301.56 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power137.00 PS (101 kW or 135 HP) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Max torque317.00 Nm (32.3 kgf-m or 233.8 ft.lbs) at 1600 Rev. per min.
Compression8.4:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0846 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5180 litres (1,369 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1620 kg (3,571.5 pounds)
Overall length5100 mm (200.8 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1350 mm (53.1 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2760 mm (108.7 inches)
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