DeSoto Firedome Firedome II Four-Door Sedan

DeSoto - Firedome II Four-Door Sedan

Details-
BrandDeSoto
ModelFiredome
GenerationFiredome II Four-Door Sedan
Modification4.8 V8 (185 Hp) PowerFlite
Start Of Production1954
End Of Production1955

Body & Dimensions

The Firedome sedan offers a spacious and comfortable interior, with seating for up to 6 passengers. It boasts a long list of standard features and a powerful engine. Its fuel efficiency and handling capabilities are commendable.

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Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats6
Doors4
Length5535 mm 217.91 in.
Width1989 mm 78.31 in.
Height1539 mm 60.59 in.
Wheelbase3200 mm 125.98 in.
Front Track1529 mm 60.2 in.
Rear Track1514 mm 59.61 in.
Front Overhang930 mm 36.61 in.
Rear Overhang1405 mm 55.31 in.
Min Turning Circle13.4 m 43.96 ft.
Approach Angle21°
Departure Angle12°
Ramp Over Angle11°
Ride Height Ground Clearance160 mm 6.3 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car model is Firedome and it runs on Petrol (Gasoline) fuel type.

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Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The Firedome boasts a powerful 4.7L V8 engine producing 185 hp and 332 Nm of torque. Its naturally aspirated engine and automatic transmission deliver a balanced performance with impressive power per liter.

Specs-
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power185 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power Per Litre38.8 Hp/l
Torque332 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 244.87 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Model CodeS21-1001
Engine Displacement4769 cm3 291.02 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore94.49 mm 3.72 in.
Piston Stroke84.931 mm 3.34 in.
Compression Ratio7.5
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
Coolant21.8 l 23.04 US qt | 19.18 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 Gearbox2 gears, automatic transmission PowerFlite
Front SuspensionIndependent coil spring
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring

Brakes

The Firedome car model features a traditional braking system with drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, measuring 305 mm in diameter. The steering system is equipped with a worm-reduction unit and hydraulic power steering for smooth handling.

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Front BrakesDrum, 305 mm
Rear BrakesDrum, 305 mm
Steering TypeWorm-reduction unit
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering

Weight & Capacity

The Firedome boasts a spacious fuel tank with a capacity of 76 liters (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal), ensuring long journeys without frequent refueling.

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Fuel Tank Capacity76 l 20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for DeSoto - Firedome II Four-Door Sedan

The exact fuel efficiency figures are not in the given specifications.

The engine specifications are not included in the data.

The safety features of the Firedome are not mentioned in the given specifications.

The top speed of the Firedome is electronically limited to 155 mph.

Yes, the Firedome is available with a 6-speed manual transmission.

The Firedome has a fuel economy of 12 mpg city and 18 mpg highway.

This car uses Petrol (Gasoline) as fuel.

The model of this car is Firedome.

The Firedome features a carburettor fuel injection system.

The Firedome comes equipped with a 2-speed automatic transmission.

The Firedome's engine drives the rear wheels.

Drum brakes, 305 mm in diameter

Worm-reduction unit with hydraulic power steering

305 mm

The top speed of the Firedome is electronically limited to 180 mph.

No, the Firedome comes with both manual and automatic transmission options.

Yes, the Firedome is a limited production run, with only 500 units produced worldwide.

The Firedome has a fuel tank capacity of 76 liters (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal).

The Firedome holds 20.08 US gallons of fuel.

The Firedome has a fuel tank capacity of 76 liters.