The Firedome is a Station wagon (estate) with 6 seats and 5 doors. It has a length of 5552 mm (218.58 in.), a width of 1989 mm (78.31 in.), and a height of 1539 mm (60.59 in.). The wheelbase is 3200 mm (125.98 in.), the front track is 1529 mm (60.2 in.), and the rear track is 1514 mm (59.61 in.). The minimum turning circle is 13.4 m (43.96 ft.), the approach angle is 21°, the departure angle is 12°, the ramp over angle is 11°, and the ride height/ground clearance is 160 mm (6.3 in.).
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Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
6
Doors
5
Length
5552 mm 218.58 in.
Width
1989 mm 78.31 in.
Height
1539 mm 60.59 in.
Wheelbase
3200 mm 125.98 in.
Front Track
1529 mm 60.2 in.
Rear Track
1514 mm 59.61 in.
Min Turning Circle
13.4 m 43.96 ft.
Approach Angle
21°
Departure Angle
12°
Ramp Over Angle
11°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
160 mm 6.3 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Firedome is a high-performance sports car known for its sleek design and powerful engine. It boasts a spacious interior and advanced technology features.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firedome is a powerful car with an internal combustion engine, producing 185 Hp at 4400 rpm and 332 Nm of torque at 2800 rpm. It has an 8-cylinder V-engine with a displacement of 4769 cm3. The car features a rear-wheel drive and an automatic transmission with 2 gears.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
185 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
38.8 Hp/l
Torque
332 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 244.87 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Model Code
S21-1001
Engine Displacement
4769 cm3 291.02 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
94.49 mm 3.72 in.
Piston Stroke
84.931 mm 3.34 in.
Compression Ratio
7.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
4.7 l 4.97 US qt | 4.14 UK qt
Coolant
21.8 l 23.04 US qt | 19.18 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 car is a Firedome with drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, sized at 305 mm. It has a worm-reduction unit for steering and a hydraulic steering system.
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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 fuel-efficient car with a 70-liter fuel tank capacity, suitable for long road trips. Its fuel tank capacity is 18.49 US gallons or 15.4 UK gallons.
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Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Firedome II Station Wagon
The Firedome is a Station wagon (estate).
The Firedome has 6 seats.
The ground clearance of the Firedome is 160 mm (6.3 in.).
The Firedome is equipped with a V8 engine.
Yes, the Firedome is a relatively rare car model, making it a sought-after collector's item.
The Firedome was produced from the 1950s to the 1960s.
The Firedome runs on petrol (Gasoline).
The Firedome comes equipped with a range of advanced features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, a premium sound system, and a comprehensive safety suite.
The Firedome features a powerful engine and advanced suspension system, delivering exceptional handling and acceleration.
The Firedome has an internal combustion engine.
The Firedome produces 185 Hp at 4400 rpm.
The Firedome has an automatic transmission with 2 gears.
The car has drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, sized at 305 mm.
The car has a worm-reduction unit for steering and a hydraulic steering system.
The car has been rated 3 out of 5.
The Firedome is a classic car model known for its powerful engine and sleek design.
Yes, the Firedome is a rare and sought-after collector's item for car enthusiasts.
The Firedome is special due to its powerful engine and iconic styling, making it a highly desirable collector's item.
The fuel tank capacity of the Firedome is 70 liters, which is equivalent to 18.49 US gallons or 15.4 UK gallons.
Yes, the Firedome is suitable for long road trips due to its large fuel tank capacity.
The fuel efficiency of the Firedome is not specified in the specs, but its large fuel tank capacity suggests that it may have a decent fuel efficiency.
