The Fireflite is a compact convertible and coupe offering seating for 6 people. It boasts a sleek design and impressive dimensions, with a long wheelbase and wide track for stability. The car features a comfortable ride height and generous ground clearance, making it suitable for various terrains.
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Body Type
Cabriolet, Coupe
Seats
6
Doors
2
Length
5616 mm 221.1 in.
Width
1999 mm 78.7 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 car model is Fireflite that runs on Petrol (Gasoline) fuel type.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Fireflite is a powerful car with an internal combustion engine, producing 325 Hp and 576 Nm of torque. It has a V8 engine with a displacement of 6276 cm3 and a compression ratio of 10.1. The car is rear-wheel drive, equipped with a 3-gear automatic transmission. The front suspension is independent torsion bar, double wishbone, while the rear suspension has leaf springs.
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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 car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with conventional braking systems and a worm-reduction unit steering mechanism. The drum brakes at both front and rear provide adequate stopping power, while the worm-reduction unit offers precise steering control.
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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 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.4 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1962 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 87 liters. With an impressive 165.6 Hp/tonne and 293.6 Nm/tonne, this car is designed for speed and performance.
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Weight To Power Ratio
6 kg/Hp, 165.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
3.4 kg/Nm, 293.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1962 kg 4325.47 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l 22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Fireflite III Convertible (facelift 1959)
The minimum turning circle is 15.2 meters (49.87 ft).
The car has a ground clearance of 142 mm (5.59 in).
The approach angle is 15°, allowing for easy entry and exit from slopes.
The Fireflite is equipped with a twin-turbocharged V8 engine with 500 horsepower and 600 Nm of torque.
The Fireflite comes standard with advanced safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.
The Fireflite achieves a fuel efficiency of 10-15 km/L.
This car uses Petrol (Gasoline) as fuel.
The model of the car is Fireflite.
The Fireflite has an internal combustion engine.
The Fireflite produces 325 Hp.
The Fireflite has a 3-gear automatic transmission.
The Fireflite features drum brakes at both the front and rear.
The Fireflite is equipped with a worm-reduction unit steering mechanism.
The drum brakes provide sufficient stopping power for most driving conditions, but may not be suitable for aggressive driving or mountainous terrain.
