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Thunderbird X specs

Ford Thunderbird X 4.6 Modular V8 Coupe

153 kW208 PS205 hp359 Nm1994–1997

petrol · Coupe

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Ford Thunderbird X
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Power
153 kW 208 PS · 205 hp
Torque
359 Nm 265 lb-ft
Kerb weight
1,690 kg
Length
5,088 mm

The Ford Thunderbird X 4.6 Modular V8 uses a 4.6-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine rated at 153 kW (208 PS) and 359 Nm of torque, in coupe form. The Thunderbird X 4.6 Modular V8 has rear-wheel drive.

Its output sits mid-range among the 3 versions: 47% up on the entry 3.8 V6 (104 kW), 4 kW below the 3.8 Super supercharged V6 (157 kW). On top of that, it is the best on power-to-weight (123 PS per tonne). On paper, it tips the scales at 1,690 kg.

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    Engine

    FuelPetrol
    Displacement4,601 cm³ 4.6 l · 281 cu in
    Cylinders8
    Power153 kW 208 PS · 205 hp
    Torque359 Nm 265 lb-ft
    DriveRear-wheel drive

    Dimensions and weight

    Length5,088 mm 200.3 in
    Height1,334 mm 52.5 in
    Wheelbase2,870 mm 113.0 in
    Kerb weight1,690 kg 3,726 lb

    Production

    Body typeCoupe
    Years1994–1997
    GenerationThunderbird X (1989–1997)

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