DeSoto Adventurer Adventurer II 2-Door Hardtop
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DeSoto - Adventurer II 2-Door Hardtop

Details-
BrandDeSoto
ModelAdventurer
GenerationAdventurer II 2-Door Hardtop
Modification5.9 V8 (265 Hp)
Start Of Production1960
End Of Production1961

Body & Dimensions

The Adventurer is a 6-seater coupe with a length of 5476 mm (215.59 in) and a width of 2017 mm (79.41 in). It has a height of 1394 mm (54.88 in) and a wheelbase of 3099 mm (122.01 in). The front and rear tracks are 1549 mm (60.98 in) and 1516 mm (59.69 in) respectively. The car has a minimum turning circle of 14.3 m (46.92 ft), and approach, departure, and ramp over angles of 16°, 10.5°, and 12.6° respectively. The ground clearance is 132 mm (5.2 in).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats6
Doors2
Length5476 mm 215.59 in.
Width2017 mm 79.41 in.
Height1394 mm 54.88 in.
Wheelbase3099 mm 122.01 in.
Front Track1549 mm 60.98 in.
Rear Track1516 mm 59.69 in.
Front Overhang884 mm 34.8 in.
Rear Overhang1494 mm 58.82 in.
Min Turning Circle14.3 m 46.92 ft.
Approach Angle16°
Departure Angle10.5°
Ramp Over Angle12.6°
Ride Height Ground Clearance132 mm 5.2 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Adventurer is a petrol-powered car that runs on gasoline, making it a great option for those who prefer the traditional fuel type.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The car is a V8, rear-wheel drive Adventurer with a 5.9L naturally aspirated engine producing 265 HP and 515 Nm of torque. It has a 3-speed manual transmission and uses a carburetor for fuel injection. The front suspension is independent torsion bar, double wishbone, while the rear suspension uses leaf springs. The engine has a 9.0 compression ratio and OHV valvetrain. The car has a 4.7L oil capacity and 16.1L coolant capacity. It has a rear-wheel drive architecture.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power265 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power Per Litre44.8 Hp/l
Torque515 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 379.84 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Displacement5916 cm3 361.02 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore104.65 mm 4.12 in.
Piston Stroke85.85 mm 3.38 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHV
Engine Oil Capacity4.7 l 4.97 US qt | 4.14 UK qt
Coolant16.1 l 17.01 US qt | 14.17 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox3 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring

Brakes

The Adventurer car model features a worm-reduction unit steering type and drum brakes with a diameter of 279 mm on both the front and rear wheels.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDrum, 279 mm
Rear BrakesDrum, 279 mm
Steering TypeWorm-reduction unit

Weight & Capacity

The Adventurer is a spacious car with a maximum trunk boot space of 966 liters (34.11 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 76 liters (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Trunk Boot Space Maximum966 l 34.11 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity76 l 20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for DeSoto - Adventurer II 2-Door Hardtop

The Adventurer has 6 seats.

The Adventurer is a coupe.

The length of the Adventurer is 5476 mm (215.59 in).

The engine type is not specified.

Yes, the Adventurer is designed for off-road capability.

The ground clearance is not specified.

The Adventurer uses petrol (gasoline).

No, the Adventurer is a petrol-powered car.

The model of the car is Adventurer.

It has an 8-cylinder, V-engine with a displacement of 5.9L.

The engine produces 265 HP at 4400 RPM.

It has a 3-speed manual transmission.

Worm-reduction unit

Drum brakes

279 mm

The Adventurer is powered by a 3.5L V6 engine that produces 280 horsepower.

Yes, the Adventurer is designed for off-road driving with its advanced 4-wheel drive system and high ground clearance.

The Adventurer can seat up to 7 passengers comfortably.

The maximum trunk boot space of the Adventurer is 966 liters (34.11 cu. ft.).

The fuel tank capacity of the Adventurer is 76 liters (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal).

The fuel tank capacity of the Adventurer suggests that it may not be the most fuel-efficient car, but its actual fuel efficiency depends on various factors such as driving habits and road conditions.