1914 Ford Model T Touring Car, Given to John Burroughs by Henry Ford
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This 1914 touring car is one of several Model T automobiles given to naturalist John Burroughs by his friend Henry Ford. Ford Motor Company experienced a milestone year in 1914. The automaker fully implemented the moving assembly line at its Highland Park plant, and it introduced the Five Dollar Day profit-sharing plan for its employees.
This 1914 touring car is one of several Model T automobiles given to naturalist John Burroughs by his friend Henry Ford. Ford Motor Company experienced a milestone year in 1914. The automaker fully implemented the moving assembly line at its Highland Park plant, and it introduced the Five Dollar Day profit-sharing plan for its employees.
Artifact
Automobile
Date Made
1914
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
71.82.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Elizabeth Burroughs Kelley.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Metal
Glass (Material)
Wood (Plant Material)
Imitation leather
Rubber (Material)
Upholstery
Brass (Alloy)
Color
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Diameter: 3.75 in (Bore)
Length: 4 in (Stroke)
Horsepower: 20 hp (14.91 kW)
Width: 65 in
Height: 76 in
Wheelbase: 100 in
Length: 131 in
Weight: 1200 lbs
Specifications
1914 Ford Model T touring car
Maker: Ford Motor Company, Detroit, Michigan
Engine: inline-4, L-head valves, 177 cubic inches
Transmission: 2-speed manual
Height: 76 inches
Width: 65 inches
Wheelbase: 100 inches
Overall length: 134.5 inches
Weight: 1200
Horsepower: 20 at 1600 revolutions per minute
Pounds per horsepower: 60
Price:
Average 1914 wage:
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