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 V8 (345 Hp) TorqueFlite
Start Of Production1957
End Of Production1958

Body & Dimensions

The Adventurer Coupe is a sleek and sporty vehicle with a 6-seater capacity, featuring a 5552mm length, 1989mm width, and 1397mm height. Its wheelbase measures 3200mm, with a front track of 1549mm and rear track of 1516mm. The car has a 892mm front overhang and 1461mm rear overhang, with a minimum turning circle of 15.1m and a ride height of 140mm.

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 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 Adventurer is a powerful rear-wheel drive car with a 8-cylinder V-engine, producing 345 Hp and 542 Nm of torque. It has a 3-speed automatic transmission and a naturally aspirated engine. The car features an independent coil spring front suspension and a leaf spring rear suspension.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power345 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre58.3 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 SystemCarburettor
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 features drum brakes on both front and rear, and utilizes a worm-reduction unit for steering. This combination offers reliable braking and handling.

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

Weight & Capacity

The Adventurer is a powerful car with a weight-to-power ratio of 5.5 kg/Hp and 180.4 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.5 kg/Nm and 283.5 Nm/tonne. It has a kerb weight of 1912 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 87 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio5.5 kg/Hp, 180.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.5 kg/Nm, 283.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1912 kg 4215.24 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity87 l 22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for DeSoto - Adventurer II Coupe (facelift 1958)

The Adventurer Coupe has a seating capacity of 6 people.

The Adventurer Coupe has a length of 5552mm (218.58 in.).

The minimum turning circle of the Adventurer Coupe is 15.1m (49.54 ft.).

The Adventurer has a powerful engine that provides excellent acceleration and top speed.

The Adventurer has a sleek design with modern features, making it a great choice for both city and highway driving. The car's handling is responsive.

The Adventurer provides a smooth and comfortable driving experience, making it a top choice in its class.

Petrol (Gasoline)

No, it is a petrol-powered car.

Adventurer

The Adventurer has a V-engine configuration.

The Adventurer has a 3-speed automatic transmission.

The Adventurer is a rear-wheel drive car.

The Adventurer has drum brakes on both the front and rear.

The Adventurer uses a worm-reduction unit for steering.

The front and rear brake rotors are both 305 mm.

The engine size is not provided.

The fuel efficiency is not provided.

The safety features are not provided.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Adventurer is 5.5 kg/Hp and 180.4 Hp/tonne.

The fuel tank capacity of the Adventurer is 87 liters (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal).

The kerb weight of the Adventurer is 1912 kg (4215.24 lbs).