1956 Ford Thunderbird 312 Specifications

1956 Ford Thunderbird Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Cabriolet version of the Thunderbird model has a 5116 cc (312.1 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Ford Thunderbird 312 has a 3 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1956 Ford Thunderbird Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1956 Ford Thunderbird reaches its peak power of 225 bhp (167 kW) @ 4600 rpm.

Torque:

The 1956 Ford Thunderbird produces torque measuring 324 lb-ft (439.2 Nm) @ 2600 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The Thunderbird weighs around 1575 kg (3472 lb). The 1956 Ford Thunderbird Power to weight is 142.8 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 205.7 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1956 Ford Thunderbird 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1956 Ford Thunderbird has a top speed of 113 mph (181.8 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1956 Ford Thunderbird accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 10.20 seconds or 0-100kph in 10.5s. The 1956 Ford Thunderbird estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14.66 seconds with a trap speed of 86.5 mph.

1956 Thunderbird 312 Rivals:

• 1987 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 V8 Convertible
• 2003 Porsche 911 GT3 996
• 1993 Aston-Martin DB7 3.2 V6

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• 1956 Thunderbird Rivals List.
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