DeSoto Custom Custom Suburban (Second Series)
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DeSoto - Custom Suburban (Second Series)

Details-
BrandDeSoto
ModelCustom
GenerationCustom Suburban (Second Series)
Modification3.9 (112 Hp) Tip-Toe Shift
Start Of Production1949
End Of Production1950

Performance

The custom model car has a drag coefficient of 0.60, indicating a moderate aerodynamic design for reduced air resistance.

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Rating
Drag Coefficient Cd0.60

Body & Dimensions

The Custom Sedan is a spacious vehicle that can accommodate 9 passengers, with a length of 5685 mm, width of 1867 mm, and height of 1700 mm. It has a wheelbase of 3543 mm, making it a comfortable ride for both drivers and passengers.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats9
Doors4
Length5685 mm 223.82 in.
Width1867 mm 73.5 in.
Height1700 mm 66.93 in.
Wheelbase3543 mm 139.49 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car in question is a custom model that runs on petrol (gasoline).

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Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The Custom model is a rear-wheel drive vehicle with a 6-cylinder, inline engine that produces 112 horsepower at 3600 rpm and 264 Nm of torque at 1600 rpm. It features an automatic transmission with 4 gears and a naturally aspirated engine.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power112 Hp @ 3600 rpm.
Power Per Litre28.9 Hp/l
Torque264 Nm @ 1600 rpm. 194.72 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm.
Engine Displacement3877 cm3 236.59 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore87.31 mm 3.44 in.
Piston Stroke107.95 mm 4.25 in.
Compression Ratio7
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
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 Gearbox4 gears, automatic transmission Tip-Toe Shift
Front SuspensionIndependent coil spring

Brakes

The car specs indicate a custom vehicle with drum brakes on both the front and rear axles, with a brake diameter of 305 mm.

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Front BrakesDrum, 305 mm
Rear BrakesDrum, 305 mm

Weight & Capacity

The custom model car has a fuel tank capacity of 64 liters, which is equivalent to 16.91 US gallons or 14.08 UK gallons.

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Fuel Tank Capacity64 l 16.91 US gal | 14.08 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for DeSoto - Custom Suburban (Second Series)

The Custom Sedan can accommodate 9 passengers.

The length of the Custom Sedan is 5685 mm or 223.82 in.

The Custom Sedan has 4 doors.

The drag coefficient of this car is 0.60.

The aerodynamic design is moderate, offering a balance between style and efficiency.

A drag coefficient of 0.60 implies that the car can move through the air with reduced resistance, but it may not be as efficient as cars with lower drag coefficients.

This car uses petrol (gasoline).

The model of this car is custom.

The Custom model has an automatic transmission with 4 gears.

The Custom model has a 6-cylinder, inline engine configuration.

The Custom model has a carburettor fuel injection system.

The car has drum brakes on both the front and rear axles.

The brakes have a diameter of 305 mm.

The drum brakes may not be suitable for off-road driving, where more aggressive braking power is required.

The spec does not include this information.

The spec does not include this information.

The spec does not include any additional details about the car.

The car can hold up to 16.91 US gallons of fuel.

The car's fuel tank capacity is 14.08 UK gallons.

The specs do not provide information on the car's fuel efficiency.