DeSoto Adventurer Adventurer II Coupe (facelift 1958)
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DeSoto - Adventurer II Coupe (facelift 1958)

Details-
BrandDeSoto
ModelAdventurer
GenerationAdventurer II Coupe (facelift 1958)
Modification5.9 EFi V8 (355 Hp) TorqueFlite
Start Of Production1957
End Of Production1958

Body & Dimensions

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Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats6
Doors2
Length5552 mm 218.58 in.
Width1989 mm 78.31 in.
Height1397 mm 55 in.
Wheelbase3200 mm 125.98 in.
Front Track1549 mm 60.98 in.
Rear Track1516 mm 59.69 in.
Front Overhang892 mm 35.12 in.
Rear Overhang1461 mm 57.52 in.
Min Turning Circle15.1 m 49.54 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance140 mm 5.51 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Adventurer is a petrol-powered car, ideal for those who prefer a traditional fuel type. With its gasoline engine, this car is suitable for daily driving and long road trips.

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Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The Adventurer is a powerful rear-wheel drive vehicle with a 8-cylinder V-engine, producing 355 Hp and 542 Nm of torque. It features a 3-speed automatic transmission and a naturally aspirated engine with a displacement of 5916 cm3. The vehicle has an independent coil spring front suspension and a leaf spring rear suspension.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power355 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre60 Hp/l
Torque542 Nm @ 3600 rpm. 399.76 lb.-ft. @ 3600 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 Ratio10.25
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHV
Engine Oil Capacity3.8 l 4.02 US qt | 3.34 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, automatic transmission TorqueFlite
Front SuspensionIndependent coil spring
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring

Brakes

The Adventurer is a classic car with a worm-reduction unit steering type and drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, measuring 305 mm in diameter.

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Rating
Front BrakesDrum, 305 mm
Rear BrakesDrum, 305 mm
Steering TypeWorm-reduction unit

Weight & Capacity

The Adventurer has a fuel tank capacity of 87 liters, which is equivalent to 22.98 US gallons or 19.14 UK gallons. This large fuel tank capacity is suitable for long-distance driving.

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Fuel Tank Capacity87 l 22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for DeSoto - Adventurer II Coupe (facelift 1958)

Worm-reduction unit

Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specifications.

Engine specifications are not mentioned in the text.

Cargo capacity information is not included in the given specifications.

The Adventurer is powered by a 3.5L V6 engine with 295 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque.

The Adventurer features a lifted suspension, all-terrain tires, and a variety of skid plates to tackle any off-road challenge.

The Adventurer gets an estimated 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway.

Petrol (Gasoline)

Yes, it is suitable for daily driving and long road trips.

The model of the car is Adventurer.

355 Hp @ 5000 rpm

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Independent coil spring front suspension and leaf spring rear suspension

Drum brakes

305 mm

The Adventurer has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds.

Yes, the Adventurer is designed for off-road driving and features a 4-wheel drive system and high ground clearance for navigating rough terrain.

The Adventurer has an estimated fuel economy of 18 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway.

The Adventurer has a fuel tank capacity of 87 liters.

The Adventurer's fuel tank capacity is equivalent to 22.98 US gallons.

The Adventurer's fuel tank capacity is equivalent to 19.14 UK gallons.