The 1960 Oldsmobile Fireflite is a mid-size sedan with a sleek design and impressive performance. It features a 6-seat capacity, 4-door configuration, and measures 54.71 feet in length. Its wheelbase is 122.01 inches, with a front track of 60.98 inches and rear track of 59.69 inches. It has a minimum turning circle of 46.92 feet and a ride height of 5.2 inches.
Specs
-
Rating
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.
Specs
-
Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Fireflite is a powerful rear-wheel drive car with a 361.02 cu. in. V8 engine, producing 295 Hp and 529 Nm of torque. It features a 2-speed automatic PowerFlite transmission and a robust suspension system with independent torsion bar and leaf spring. With a compression ratio of 10.0 and a carburettor fuel injection system, this car is designed for performance.
Specs
-
Rating
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
2 gears, automatic transmission PowerFlite
Front Suspension
Independent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The Fireflite is a classic car model that features drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, with a diameter of 279 mm. The steering system is based on a worm-reduction unit, providing a smooth and responsive driving experience.
Specs
-
Rating
Front Brakes
Drum, 279 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 279 mm
Steering Type
Worm-reduction unit
Weight & Capacity
The Fireflite is a sedan with a spacious trunk boot space of 929 liters (32.81 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 87 liters (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal).
Specs
-
Rating
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 length of the Oldsmobile Fireflite is 54.71 feet (215.39 inches).
The Oldsmobile Fireflite has 6 seats.
The minimum turning circle of the Oldsmobile Fireflite is 46.92 feet.
1955-1961
Mid-level, between Firedome and Adventurer
Powerful engine options and stylish exterior design
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 engine displacement of the Fireflite is 5916 cm3 or 361.02 cu. in.
The Fireflite has a 2-speed automatic PowerFlite transmission.
The Fireflite is a rear-wheel drive car.
Drum brakes
279 mm
Worm-reduction unit
1955-1961
Mid-level model
DeSoto Adventurer
The trunk boot space of the Fireflite is 929 liters (32.81 cu. ft.).
The fuel tank capacity of the Fireflite is 87 liters (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal).
The Fireflite has a good reputation for reliability, but it's always recommended to research and test drive the car before making a purchase.
