Ford Thunderbird Specs, Engines (1958–1960) — Second Generation
The second-generation Ford Thunderbird comes as a Cabrio or Coupe Hardtop. This page walks you through the powertrain choices on selected versions, so you can see how that generation was meant to be driven.
A Ford Thunderbird engine in this generation is a gasoline unit driving the rear wheels. Cabrio examples include a 5.8 with manual or automatic, and a 7.0 with a manual — selected powertrains, not the full lineup. An automatic eases traffic; a manual lets you work the transmission yourself.
Cabrio — Ford Thunderbird Engines and Transmissions