The Firedome is a sleek and aerodynamic car with a drag coefficient of 0.6, making it a great choice for those who prioritize fuel efficiency and performance.
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Drag Coefficient Cd
0.6
Body & Dimensions
The Firedome is a sleek coupe with a sporty design, featuring a 6-seat capacity and a compact size with a length of 5448 mm, width of 1969 mm, and height of 1632 mm. It has a wheelbase of 3188 mm and a turning radius of 12.8 m.
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Body Type
Coupe
Seats
6
Doors
2
Length
5448 mm 214.49 in.
Width
1969 mm 77.52 in.
Height
1632 mm 64.25 in.
Wheelbase
3188 mm 125.51 in.
Front Track
1403 mm 55.24 in.
Rear Track
1438 mm 56.61 in.
Front Overhang
940 mm 37.01 in.
Rear Overhang
1321 mm 52.01 in.
Min Turning Circle
12.8 m 41.99 ft.
Approach Angle
23°
Departure Angle
17°
Ramp Over Angle
15°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
178 mm 7.01 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 rear-wheel drive car powered by a 4.5-liter, 8-cylinder internal combustion engine that produces 170 horsepower at 4400 rpm and 346 Nm of torque at 2400 rpm. It has a 3-speed manual transmission and features an independent coil spring front suspension and leaf spring rear suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
170 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
37.6 Hp/l
Torque
346 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 255.2 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Model Code
S19-1001
Engine Displacement
4524 cm3 276.07 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
92.075 mm 3.63 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
3 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The Firedome is a classic car with a worm-reduction unit steering system and hydraulic power steering, ensuring a smooth driving experience. The car features drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, with a diameter of 305 mm.
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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 has a fuel tank capacity of 64 liters, which is equivalent to 16.91 US gallons or 14.08 UK gallons. This size allows for a decent driving range before needing to refuel.
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Fuel Tank Capacity
64 l 16.91 US gal | 14.08 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Firedome Sportsman Coupe (facelift 1954)
The length of the Firedome is 5448 mm or 214.49 in.
The Firedome has 6 seats
The turning radius of the Firedome is 12.8 m or 41.99 ft
The drag coefficient of the Firedome is 0.6.
Yes, the Firedome's aerodynamic design makes it a fuel-efficient car.
The model of the car is Firedome.
The Firedome runs on petrol (gasoline)
Performance and style
Yes, the Firedome is a great option for daily driving, offering a fun and exciting drive
4524 cm3 or 276.07 cu. in.
Carburettor
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Worm-reduction unit
Yes, it has hydraulic power steering
305 mm
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 achieves a fuel efficiency of 18 kmpl in the city and 25 kmpl on the highway.
The Firedome has a fuel tank capacity of 16.91 US gallons.
The Firedome can hold 14.08 UK gallons of fuel.
The Firedome's fuel tank capacity is around average for a car.
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