The Fireflite is a Station wagon (estate) with a spacious seating capacity of 9, spread over 5 doors. The car measures 5591 mm in length, 1999 mm in width, and 1458 mm in height, offering ample legroom and headroom for passengers. It has a wheelbase of 3200 mm and a minimum turning circle of 15.2 m, ensuring good maneuverability in tight spaces. The front and rear tracks are 1549 mm and 1516 mm respectively, providing stability and balance during drives.
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Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
9
Doors
5
Length
5591 mm 220.12 in.
Width
1999 mm 78.7 in.
Height
1458 mm 57.4 in.
Wheelbase
3200 mm 125.98 in.
Front Track
1549 mm 60.98 in.
Rear Track
1516 mm 59.69 in.
Min Turning Circle
15.2 m 49.87 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Fireflite is a petrol-powered car with a focus on performance and handling. It's a great option for those who prioritize driving dynamics and fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Fireflite is a powerful car with an internal combustion engine that provides 325 Hp at 4600 rpm and 576 Nm of torque at 2800 rpm. It has a V-engine with 8 cylinders, bore of 107.95 mm and piston stroke of 85.85 mm, resulting in a displacement of 6276 cm3. The car is naturally aspirated, has a carburettor fuel system, and OHV valvetrain. The engine is cooled by 15.1 l of coolant and has an oil capacity of 4.7 l. The Fireflite has a rear-wheel drive system, 3-speed automatic transmission, and independent torsion bar front suspension and leaf spring rear suspension. The car has a fuel injection system of Carburettor and engine aspiration of Naturally aspirated engine.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
325 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
51.8 Hp/l
Torque
576 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 424.84 lb.-ft. @ 2800 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, automatic transmission TorqueFlite
Front Suspension
Independent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite is a mid-range car with drum brakes on both the front and rear, and a worm-reduction unit for steering. It's a reliable and easy-to-handle vehicle.
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Front Brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Steering Type
Worm-reduction unit
Weight & Capacity
The Fireflite is a powerful car with a weight-to-power ratio of 6.2 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.5 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 2012 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 83 liters. With 161.5 Hp/tonne and 286.3 Nm/tonne, this car is designed for speed and performance.
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Weight To Power Ratio
6.2 kg/Hp, 161.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
3.5 kg/Nm, 286.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
2012 kg 4435.7 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
83 l 21.93 US gal | 18.26 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Fireflite I Station Wagon (facelift 1959)
The Fireflite has a seating capacity of 9.
The Fireflite measures 5591 mm in length and 1999 mm in width.
The Fireflite has a wheelbase of 3200 mm and a minimum turning circle of 15.2 m.
The 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite has a 265 cubic inch V8 engine.
The 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite has a wheelbase of 129 inches.
The Fireflite runs on petrol (gasoline)
Yes, the Fireflite is designed with performance in mind, offering a thrilling driving experience
The Fireflite is a petrol-powered car, so it's not the most environmentally friendly option. However, it's still a relatively fuel-efficient car compared to other petrol-powered cars
The engine displacement of the Fireflite is 6276 cm3 or 382.99 cu. in.
The Fireflite has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The Fireflite has a V-engine configuration.
The Fireflite has drum brakes on both the front and rear.
The Fireflite has a worm-reduction unit for steering.
Yes, the drum brakes on the Fireflite are reliable and easy to maintain.
The 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite has a 265 cubic inch V8 engine.
The 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The 1955 Chevrolet Fireflite has a wheelbase of 129 inches.
6.2 kg/Hp
83 liters
2012 kg
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