The Fireflite is a sedan with a spacious interior, featuring 6 seats and 4 doors. It has a length of 5471 mm, width of 2017 mm, and a height of 1397 mm. The wheelbase is 3099 mm, with a front track of 1549 mm and rear track of 1516 mm. The car has a minimum turning circle of 14.3 m and a ground clearance of 132 mm.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6
Doors
4
Length
5471 mm 215.39 in.
Width
2017 mm 79.41 in.
Height
1397 mm 55 in.
Wheelbase
3099 mm 122.01 in.
Front Track
1549 mm 60.98 in.
Rear Track
1516 mm 59.69 in.
Front Overhang
881 mm 34.69 in.
Rear Overhang
1491 mm 58.7 in.
Min Turning Circle
14.3 m 46.92 ft.
Approach Angle
15.6°
Departure Angle
10.4°
Ramp Over Angle
12.4°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
132 mm 5.2 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 boasts a powerful 5.9L V8 engine generating 295 hp and 390.17 lb-ft of torque. Its naturally aspirated engine and manual transmission deliver a thrilling driving experience.
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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
4.7 l 4.97 US qt | 4.14 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 torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The car in question is a Fireflite model. The front and rear brakes are both drum brakes with a diameter of 279 mm. The steering type is a Worm-reduction unit.
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Front Brakes
Drum, 279 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 279 mm
Steering Type
Worm-reduction unit
Weight & Capacity
The Fireflite has a weight-to-power ratio of 6.1 kg/Hp (164.6 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 3.4 kg/Nm (295.2 Nm/tonne), making it a fairly powerful car. It has a kerb weight of 1792 kg (3950.68 lbs.) and a spacious trunk boot space of 929 l (32.81 cu. ft.). The fuel tank capacity is 87 l (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
6.1 kg/Hp, 164.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
3.4 kg/Nm, 295.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1792 kg 3950.68 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
929 l 32.81 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l 22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Fireflite IV Four-Door Sedan
The Fireflite has a seating capacity of 6 people.
The length of the Fireflite is 5471 mm or 215.39 in.
The ground clearance of the Fireflite is 132 mm or 5.2 in.
The Fireflite is equipped with a twin-turbocharged V8 engine with 500 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque.
The Fireflite features advanced suspension and aerodynamic features, providing exceptional stability and handling.
The Fireflite achieves a fuel efficiency of 20 mpg city and 25 mpg highway.
Fireflite uses Petrol (Gasoline) as a fuel type.
As per the specs, only the Fireflite model is available.
The Fireflite model is only available in Petrol (Gasoline) fuel type.
The Fireflite is equipped with a carburettor fuel injection system.
The Fireflite features a 3-speed manual transmission.
The Fireflite has a 5.9L engine displacement.
The model of the car is Fireflite.
The car has drum brakes, both at the front and rear, with a diameter of 279 mm.
The steering type of the car is a Worm-reduction unit.
1955-1961
Premium model
Sleek design, comfortable ride, and strong performance
The weight-to-power ratio of the Fireflite is 6.1 kg/Hp (164.6 Hp/tonne).
The Fireflite has a trunk boot space of 929 l (32.81 cu. ft.).
The fuel tank capacity of the Fireflite is 87 l (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal).
