1961 Ford Thunderbird 390 Convertible 3rd Gen. Specifications

1961 Ford Thunderbird Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Cabriolet version of the Thunderbird model has a 6384 cc (389.5 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Ford Thunderbird 390 Convertible 3rd Gen. has a 3 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1961 Ford Thunderbird Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1961 Ford Thunderbird reaches its peak power of 304 bhp (226 kW) @ 4600 rpm.

Torque:

The 1961 Ford Thunderbird produces torque measuring 427 lb-ft (578.9 Nm) @ 2800 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The Thunderbird weighs around 1960 kg (4321 lb). The 1961 Ford Thunderbird Power to weight is 155.1 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 217.8 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1961 Ford Thunderbird 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1961 Ford Thunderbird has a top speed of 125 mph (201.1 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1961 Ford Thunderbird accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 8.40 seconds or 0-100kph in 8.7s. The 1961 Ford Thunderbird estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14.51 seconds with a trap speed of 89.2 mph.

1961 Thunderbird 390 Convertible 3rd Gen. Rivals:

• 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo IX FQ 320
• 2014 Volvo V60 3.0 Turbo Polestar
• 2011 Porsche 911 Carrera S PDK 991

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