The Firedome is a sedan with a spacious interior, offering 6 seats and 4 doors. Its dimensions are 5552 mm in length, 1989 mm in width, and 1450 mm in height. The car has a wheelbase of 3200 mm and a ground clearance of 140 mm.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6
Doors
4
Length
5552 mm 218.58 in.
Width
1989 mm 78.31 in.
Height
1450 mm 57.09 in.
Wheelbase
3200 mm 125.98 in.
Front Track
1549 mm 60.98 in.
Rear Track
1516 mm 59.69 in.
Front Overhang
892 mm 35.12 in.
Rear Overhang
1461 mm 57.52 in.
Min Turning Circle
15.1 m 49.54 ft.
Approach Angle
16.3°
Departure Angle
11.6°
Ramp Over Angle
10°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
140 mm 5.51 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car model is Firedome and it runs on Petrol (Gasoline) fuel type.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firedome is a powerful rear-wheel drive car with a 8-cylinder V-engine, producing 295 Hp and 529 Nm of torque. It has a 3-speed manual transmission and a naturally aspirated engine with a carburettor fuel injection system.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
295 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
49.9 Hp/l
Torque
529 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 390.17 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Displacement
5916 cm3 361.02 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
104.65 mm 4.12 in.
Piston Stroke
85.85 mm 3.38 in.
Compression Ratio
10
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
16.1 l 17.01 US qt | 14.17 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
3 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The car in question is a Firedome model, featuring drum brakes for both the front and rear wheels, with a diameter of 305 mm. The steering system is a Worm-reduction unit. This car is a classic model and the rating would be based on its original era and intended use, but for modern standards, it might be less efficient compared to newer models. A possible rating could be 3 out of 5.
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Front Brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Steering Type
Worm-reduction unit
Weight & Capacity
The Firedome boasts a strong power-to-weight ratio, indicating excellent acceleration and responsiveness. Its weight-to-torque ratio further highlights its potential for nimble handling and effortless acceleration. With a kerb weight of 1842 kg, the Firedome is a relatively lightweight vehicle, contributing to its impressive performance figures.
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Weight To Power Ratio
6.2 kg/Hp, 160.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
3.5 kg/Nm, 287.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1842 kg 4060.91 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l 22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Firedome III Four-Door Sedan (facelift 1958)
The length of the Firedome is 5552 mm or 218.58 in.
The Firedome has 6 seats.
The ground clearance of the Firedome is 140 mm or 5.51 in.
The top speed of the Firedome is electronically limited to 180 mph.
The Firedome has a 4.0-liter V8 engine.
Yes, the Firedome comes with a 6-speed manual transmission.
This car uses Petrol (Gasoline) as fuel.
The model of this car is Firedome.
The Firedome has a V-engine configuration.
The Firedome uses a carburettor fuel injection system.
The Firedome is a rear-wheel drive car.
This car has drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, with a diameter of 305 mm.
The steering system in this car is a Worm-reduction unit.
While this car is a classic model and has its own unique charm, for modern standards, it might be less efficient compared to newer models. A possible rating could be 3 out of 5.
The Firedome is powered by a 1.3L engine with 98 bhp and 128 Nm of torque.
The Firedome comes equipped with features such as ABS, EBD, and airbags.
The Firedome achieves a fuel efficiency of 18 kmpl in the city and 25 kmpl on the highway.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given spec sheet.
The maximum torque is not explicitly stated in the spec sheet.
Safety feature information is not included in the spec sheet.
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