1972 Ford Thunderbird 460 7.5 V8 6th Gen Specifications

1972 Ford Thunderbird Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Coupe version of the Thunderbird model has a 7536 cc (459.8 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Ford Thunderbird 460 7.5 V8 6th Gen has a 3 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1972 Ford Thunderbird Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1972 Ford Thunderbird reaches its peak power of 224 bhp (167 kW) @ 4400 rpm.

Torque:

The 1972 Ford Thunderbird produces torque measuring 342 lb-ft (463.6 Nm) @ 2800 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The Thunderbird weighs around 2126 kg (4687 lb). The 1972 Ford Thunderbird Power to weight is 105.3 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 160.8 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1972 Ford Thunderbird 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1972 Ford Thunderbird has a top speed of 126 mph (202.7 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1972 Ford Thunderbird accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 9.80 seconds or 0-100kph in 10.1s. The 1972 Ford Thunderbird estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 15.14 seconds with a trap speed of 78.5 mph.

1972 Thunderbird 460 7.5 V8 6th Gen Rivals:

• 1972 Jaguar XJ 12 5.3
• 2011 Lexus GS 350
• 1980 BMW 5 Series M535i E12

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