The Firedome is a sedan with a sleek design, offering 6 seats and 4 doors. It has a length of 5616 mm, width of 1999 mm, and height of 1450 mm. The wheelbase is 3200 mm, with a front track of 1549 mm and rear track of 1516 mm. It has a minimum turning circle of 15.2 m and approach, departure, and ramp-over angles of 15°, 11°, and 10.4° respectively. The ride height and ground clearance are 142 mm.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6
Doors
4
Length
5616 mm 221.1 in.
Width
1999 mm 78.7 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
889 mm 35 in.
Rear Overhang
1527 mm 60.12 in.
Min Turning Circle
15.2 m 49.87 ft.
Approach Angle
15°
Departure Angle
11°
Ramp Over Angle
10.4°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
142 mm 5.59 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Firedome is a petrol-powered car with a focus on performance and style. With its sleek design and powerful engine, it's a great option for those who want a fun and exciting drive.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firedome is a powerful car with an internal combustion engine producing 305 horsepower and 556 Nm of torque. It features a V-engine with 8 cylinders, naturally aspirated and equipped with a carburettor. The car has a manual transmission with 3 gears and is rear-wheel drive.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
305 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
48.6 Hp/l
Torque
556 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 410.08 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Displacement
6276 cm3 382.99 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
107.95 mm 4.25 in.
Piston Stroke
85.85 mm 3.38 in.
Compression Ratio
10.1
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
15.1 l 15.96 US qt | 13.29 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 torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The Firedome features drum brakes on both front and rear, and utilizes a worm-reduction unit for steering. This combination offers reliable braking and handling.
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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 performance. Its weight-to-torque ratio is also impressive, suggesting ample low-end grunt. With a kerb weight of 1853 kg, the Firedome is a relatively lightweight vehicle. Its fuel tank capacity of 87 liters ensures long driving range.
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Weight To Power Ratio
6.1 kg/Hp, 164.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
3.3 kg/Nm, 300.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1853 kg 4085.17 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 1959)
The length of the Firedome is 5616 mm or 221.1 in.
The Firedome has 6 seats
The minimum turning circle of the Firedome is 15.2 m or 49.87 ft
The Firedome was a model produced by DeSoto, a division of Chrysler.
The Firedome was known for its powerful engine and sleek design.
The Firedome was produced in the 1950s and 1960s.
The Firedome runs on petrol (gasoline)
Yes, the Firedome is designed for performance and speed
The primary focus of the Firedome is on performance and style
The Firedome has an internal combustion engine with a V-engine configuration and 8 cylinders.
The Firedome has a manual transmission with 3 gears.
The Firedome is a rear-wheel drive car.
The Firedome has drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The Firedome uses a worm-reduction unit for steering, providing precise and responsive handling.
The front and rear brake drums are both 305 mm in diameter.
The Firedome is equipped with a V8 engine.
Yes, the Firedome is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item.
The Firedome was produced in the 1950s and 1960s.
Fuel consumption data is not in the given specifications.
The maximum power output is not explicitly stated in the specifications.
Safety feature information is not included in the specifications.
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