Name/Title
1957 Ford ThunderbirdDescription
Ford produced 21,380 Thunderbirds in 1957. These cars were equipped with either a 292 or 312 cubic inch V8 engine. Three different transmissions were available: three-speed manual, three-speed manual automatic overdrive, or three-speed automatic Ford-O-Matic. Compared to the 1956 model, it has a new front bumper and grille, bigger tail fins, and a new trunk. It has a 102" wheelbase. This car can reach a top speed of 121 mph and can go from 0-60 mph in 7.8 seconds. Multiple color options were available, and the color of the museum's 1957 Thunderbird is called Dusk Rose.Motor Vehicle Type
AutomobileMake and Manufacture
Manufacturer
FordModel
ThunderbirdManufacture Date
1957Total Produced
21380Motor Vehicle Details
Engine
Engine Position
Front-EngineBore/Stroke
Bore: 3.8 inches. Stroke: 3.44 inches.Horsepower
Around 245Drivetrain
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel DriveBody
Body Style
ConvertibleDoors
2Number of Passengers
2Top Speed
121 mphLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
ConvertibleNomenclature Primary Object Term
AutomobileNomenclature Sub-Class
Motor VehiclesNomenclature Class
Land Transportation T&ENomenclature Category
Category 07: Distribution & Transportation Objects