Ford Thunderbird IX (Aero Birds) · Coupe · 1983–1988

Ford Thunderbird 4.9 AT 140 HP

GasolineManual, 6 gearsAll drive
Power
420 hp · 309 kW
Torque
430 Nm
0–100 km/h
4.9 s
Top speed
250 km/h

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
250 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
4.9 s
Fuel tank
63 l

Engine

BNS · 4,163 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
BNS
Displacement
4,163 cm³
Max power
309 kW / 420 hp
Torque
430 Nm at 5500 rpm
Fuel
A98
Fuel system
Direct injection
Turbo
Turbo
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
8
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
84.5 mm
Stroke
92.8 mm
Compression ratio
12.5

Transmission

Drive
All
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
6

Dimensions and capacity

class D
Body type
Cabrio
Doors
2
Seats
4
Length
4,573 mm
Width
1,777 mm
Height
1,391 mm
Wheelbase
2,650 mm
Front track
1,522 mm
Rear track
1,518 mm
Ground clearance
110 mm
Kerb weight
1,855 kg
Max weight
2,305 kg
Boot space (min)
246 l
Boot space (max)
315 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
255/40/R18
Optional tyre sizes
225/45R18
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA57.1 5x112
Wheel fasteners
Bolts M14x1.5
Tyre pressure
2.2-2.5 bar
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring