The Firedome is a compact convertible offering a spacious interior and a comfortable ride. Its sleek design and powerful engine make it a popular choice for those seeking a stylish and enjoyable driving experience.
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Body Type
Cabriolet
Seats
6
Doors
2
Length
5611 mm 220.91 in.
Width
1989 mm 78.31 in.
Height
1473 mm 57.99 in.
Wheelbase
3200 mm 125.98 in.
Front Track
1534 mm 60.39 in.
Rear Track
1514 mm 59.61 in.
Front Overhang
930 mm 36.61 in.
Rear Overhang
1481 mm 58.31 in.
Min Turning Circle
13.4 m 43.96 ft.
Approach Angle
19°
Departure Angle
11°
Ramp Over Angle
12°
Fuel Consumption
The Firedome is a petrol-powered car, offering a classic driving experience with its gasoline engine.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firedome is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 8-cylinder, 5.4-liter internal combustion engine that produces 230 horsepower at 4400 rpm and 414 Nm of torque at 2800 rpm. It features a 2-speed automatic transmission and has a carburettor fuel injection system. The engine has a compression ratio of 8.5 and a bore and stroke of 94.49 mm and 96.52 mm respectively.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
230 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
42.5 Hp/l
Torque
414 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 305.35 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Model Code
S23
Engine Displacement
5408 cm3 330.02 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
94.49 mm 3.72 in.
Piston Stroke
96.52 mm 3.8 in.
Compression Ratio
8.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
3.8 l 4.02 US qt | 3.34 UK qt
Coolant
22.7 l 23.99 US qt | 19.97 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
2 gears, automatic transmission PowerFlite
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The Firedome is a car with drum brakes on both the front and rear, a worm-reduction unit for steering, and hydraulic power steering. It's a classic ride with a focus on simplicity and reliability.
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Front Brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Steering Type
Worm-reduction unit
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Weight & Capacity
The Firedome is a car with a fuel tank capacity of 79 liters, 20.87 US gallons, or 17.38 UK gallons. This car model is designed for efficient fuel consumption and long-distance driving.
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Fuel Tank Capacity
79 l 20.87 US gal | 17.38 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Firedome II Convertible (facelift 1956)
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specifications.
Cargo capacity information is not in the given specifications.
Standard features information is not in the given specifications.
The Firedome is equipped with a powerful engine that offers impressive performance and speed.
The Firedome comes with a range of luxurious features, including plush seating, advanced technology, and a sleek design.
Yes, the Firedome is a great family car thanks to its spacious interior, smooth ride, and reliable performance.
No, it's a petrol-powered car.
Firedome
The engine displacement of the Firedome is 5408 cm3 or 330.02 cu. in.
The Firedome has a 2-speed automatic transmission.
The Firedome has a carburettor fuel injection system.
The Firedome has drum brakes on both the front and rear.
The Firedome has a worm-reduction unit for steering.
Yes, the Firedome has hydraulic power steering.
The Firedome is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged engine with 250 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque.
The Firedome comes equipped with advanced safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.
The Firedome achieves a fuel efficiency of 10kmpl in the city and 15kmpl on the highway.
The fuel tank capacity of the Firedome is 79 liters, 20.87 US gallons, or 17.38 UK gallons.
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