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Ford Thunderbird 5.7L V8 3AT (153 HP)

Ford Thunderbird · 1977 - 1979 · Petrol

The Ford Thunderbird 5.7L V8 3AT (153 HP) produces 154 hp and 365 Nm.

Power
154 hp
Torque
365 Nm
0–100
Top speed
175 km/h

Engine

Power 154 hp
Power (kW) 113 kW
Torque 365 Nm
Displacement 5,732 cc
Cylinders V8
Fuel system Carburetor
Fuel Petrol
Fuel tank capacity 100 l

Performance

Top speed 175 km/h

Transmission

Gearbox 3-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive

Dimensions and weight

Length 5,517 mm
Width 1,994 mm
Height 1,341 mm
Wheelbase 2,893 mm
Ground clearance 140 mm
Cargo volume 447 l
Unladen weight 1,813 kg
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes Drums

How this trim compares to other cars

The Ford Thunderbird 5.7L V8 3AT (153 HP) compared with 467 trims of other cars from the 1974–1980 period.

How this trim compares to other cars
Measure This trim Average Position
Power 154 hp 128 hp
better than 72%
Torque 365 Nm 195 Nm
better than 91%
Top speed 175 km/h 178 km/h
better than 52%
Cargo volume 447 l 417 l
better than 61%
Unladen weight 1,813 kg 1,298 kg
better than 13%

Percentages show the share of trims from the same period this model beats on that measure. Manufacturer figures.

Not stated by the manufacturer: acceleration 0–100 km/h, combined consumption and co2 emissions. Those measures are left out of the comparison.

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Trims and engine versions — Ford Thunderbird

Trims and engine versions — Ford Thunderbird
Trim Fuel Power Torque 0–100 Top speed Fuel economy CO2 Select
4.9L V8 3AT (135 HP) Petrol 135 hp 332 Nm 166 km/h
5.7L V8 3AT (137 HP) Petrol 137 hp 386 Nm