The Firedome Coupe is a stylish and spacious car with a length of 5552 mm, width of 1989 mm, and height of 1450 mm. It has a wheelbase of 3200 mm and a minimum turning circle of 15.1 meters. With a ride height ground clearance of 140 mm, this car is suitable for both city and highway driving.
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Body Type
Coupe
Seats
6
Doors
2
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 petrol-powered car with a focus on performance and style. It's designed for drivers who crave the thrill of the open road and the satisfaction of a well-tuned engine.
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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 carburettor fuel injection system. The engine has a displacement of 5916 cm3 and a compression ratio of 10.0.
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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 Firedome is a classic car with drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, and a worm-reduction unit for steering. It's a reliable ride with a unique braking system.
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Front Brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Steering Type
Worm-reduction unit
Weight & Capacity
The Firedome has a weight-to-power ratio of 6.2 kg/Hp (162 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.4 kg/Nm (290.5 Nm/tonne), with a kerb weight of 1821 kg (4014.62 lbs.) and a fuel tank capacity of 87 L (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
6.2 kg/Hp, 162 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
3.4 kg/Nm, 290.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1821 kg 4014.62 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l 22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Firedome III Two-Door Sportsman (facelift 1958)
The Firedome Coupe has a seating capacity of 6 people.
The wheelbase of the Firedome Coupe is 3200 mm.
The ride height ground clearance of the Firedome Coupe is 140 mm.
The Firedome is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged engine with 250 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque.
The Firedome comes equipped with advanced safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.
The Firedome achieves an estimated fuel efficiency of 10 kmpl in the city and 15 kmpl on the highway.
The Firedome runs on petrol (gasoline)
Performance and style
Drivers who crave the thrill of the open road and the satisfaction of a well-tuned engine
The Firedome has a V-engine configuration.
The Firedome has a carburettor fuel injection system.
The Firedome is a rear-wheel drive car.
The Firedome has drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The Firedome has a worm-reduction unit for steering.
Yes, the drum brakes on the Firedome are known to be reliable and effective.
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 weight-to-power ratio of the Firedome is 6.2 kg/Hp (162 Hp/tonne).
The weight-to-torque ratio of the Firedome is 3.4 kg/Nm (290.5 Nm/tonne).
The fuel tank capacity of the Firedome is 87 L (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal).
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