1914 Ford Model T Touring Car, Given to John Burroughs by Henry Ford

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Artifact Overview

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 Details

Artifact

Automobile

Date Made

1914

Location

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:
1914 Ford Model T Touring Car, Given to John Burroughs by Henry Ford