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1955 Ford Thunderbird 292 Fordomatic 1st Gen. Specifications

1955 Ford Thunderbird Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Cabriolet version of the Thunderbird model has a 4778 cc (291.5 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Ford Thunderbird 292 Fordomatic 1st Gen. has a 3 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1955 Ford Thunderbird Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1955 Ford Thunderbird reaches its peak power of 201 bhp (149 kW) @ 4400 rpm.

Torque:

The 1955 Ford Thunderbird produces torque measuring 285 lb-ft (386.4 Nm) @ 2500 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The Thunderbird weighs around 1480 kg (3262 lb). The 1955 Ford Thunderbird Power to weight is 135.8 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 192.5 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1955 Ford Thunderbird 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1955 Ford Thunderbird has a top speed of 108 mph (173.8 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1955 Ford Thunderbird accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 9.40 seconds or 0-100kph in 9.7s. The 1955 Ford Thunderbird estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14.75 seconds with a trap speed of 85.0 mph.

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Specifications and Technical Data:

  • Year: 1955 | Type: Cabriolet
  • Engine: 4778 cc (291.5 ci) 16 Valve
  • Engine Formation: V 8
  • Aspiration: Naturally Aspirated
  • Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 3 speed / Auto
  • Top Speed: 108 mph (173.8 kph)
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 9.40 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 9.7 secs
  • 0-100 mph (160.9 kph): 36.40 secs
  • Power: 201 bhp (149 kW) @ 4400 rpm
  • Kerbweight: 1480 kgs (3262 lbs)
  • Torque: 285 lb-ft (386.4 Nm) @ 2500 rpm
  • Drive: RWD | Engine Location: Front
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 16.02 secs @ 85.0 mph
  • BHP Per Ton: 135.8 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 192.5 lb-ft
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