The Firedome is a sedan with a spacious interior, featuring 6 seats and 4 doors. It has a length of 5552 mm, width of 1989 mm, and height of 1450 mm. The wheelbase is 3200 mm, with a front track of 1549 mm and rear track of 1516 mm. The car has a minimum turning circle of 15.1 meters 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 Firedome is a high-performance sports car known for its sleek design and powerful engine. It offers exceptional handling and acceleration, making it a popular choice among enthusiasts.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firedome boasts a powerful 5.9L V8 engine producing 295 hp and 390.17 lb-ft of torque. Its naturally aspirated engine and rear-wheel drive configuration provide a thrilling driving experience.
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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, automatic transmission TorqueFlite
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The car in question is a Firedome model. The front and rear brakes are both drum brakes with a diameter of 305 mm. The steering type is a Worm-reduction unit.
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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 spacious 87-liter fuel tank, offering an impressive range for long journeys.
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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 Firedome has a seating capacity of 6 people.
The length of the Firedome is 5552 mm or 218.58 inches.
The ground clearance of the Firedome is 140 mm or 5.51 inches.
The Firedome is known for its powerful engine and stylish design.
The Firedome offers a smooth and luxurious ride.
Car enthusiasts and those who appreciate a luxurious driving experience.
The Firedome runs on petrol (Gasoline).
Detailed performance specifications are not in the given context.
Safety features are not mentioned in the given context.
The Firedome features a carburettor fuel injection system.
The Firedome comes equipped with a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The Firedome has a 5.9L engine displacement.
The model of the car is Firedome.
The front and rear brakes are both 305 mm drum brakes.
The car has a Worm-reduction unit for steering.
The Firedome is powered by a 1.3L 4-cylinder engine with 98 bhp and 133 Nm of torque.
The Firedome comes equipped with features such as ABS, EBD, and airbags.
The Firedome has a fuel efficiency of 18 kmpl in the city and 25 kmpl on the highway.
The Firedome has a fuel tank capacity of 87 liters (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal).
The spec sheet does not include information regarding fuel efficiency.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding any special features related to fuel consumption.
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