As Motor Trend’s Detroit editor, Don McDonald wrote “Perhaps the most outstanding feature of the new Ford Thunderbird is the clever wedding of sports car functionalism with American standards of comfort”. Given these influences and the burgeoning American economy it was no surprise that the introduction of the 1955 Thunderbird was a huge success, easily filling a market niche. At the same time, interest in motorsports increased and car racing gained popularity. American soldiers in Europe during the war had seen Italian, German, French, and English sports cars and had brought some of these vehicles home with them. One of the most popular types of vehicle was the sports car. Related Links:ġ980 Thunderbird: Full Review and Comparisons.While no cars had been produced during World War II, the late 1940’s saw a huge rush in production as the American car companies tried to fill the postwar demand for vehicles. This Thunderbird accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 11.90 seconds or 0-100kph in 12.3s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 15.49 seconds with a trap speed of 73.4 mph. The Ford Thunderbird 300 4.9L V8 8th Gen - has a top speed of 101 mph (162.5 kph) Ford Thunderbird Top Speed & Acceleration Performance | Figures & Specs. Power to weight can be calculated at 87.3 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 153.3 lb-ft of torque per ton. The Thunderbird weighs around 1500 kg (3306 lb). The Ford Thunderbird produces torque measuring 230 lb-ft (311.8 Nm) 1600 rpm. The Thunderbird's 4942 cc (301.5 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 131 bhp (97 kW) 3600 rpm. Ford Thunderbird Power & Torque | Figures & Specs. This particular Ford Thunderbird 300 4.9L V8 8th Gen has a 4 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system. The Coupe version of the Thunderbird model has a 4942 cc (301.5 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
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