The Firesweep is a stylish coupe with a spacious interior, featuring 6 seats and a generous wheelbase of 3099 mm. Its compact exterior dimensions, including a length of 5499 mm and width of 1989 mm, make it easy to maneuver in tight spaces. With a ride height of 142 mm, it provides a comfortable driving experience.
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Body Type
Coupe
Seats
6
Doors
2
Length
5499 mm 216.5 in.
Width
1989 mm 78.31 in.
Height
1443 mm 56.81 in.
Wheelbase
3099 mm 122.01 in.
Front Track
1547 mm 60.91 in.
Rear Track
1516 mm 59.69 in.
Front Overhang
940 mm 37.01 in.
Rear Overhang
1461 mm 57.52 in.
Min Turning Circle
14.2 m 46.59 ft.
Approach Angle
16.5°
Departure Angle
11.4°
Ramp Over Angle
10.5°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
142 mm 5.59 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Firesweep is a petrol-powered car that runs on gasoline, providing a reliable and efficient driving experience.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firesweep is a powerful car with an internal combustion engine that provides 295 Hp at 4600 rpm. The 8-cylinder V-engine has a displacement of 5735 cm3 and a compression ratio of 10.0. The car is rear-wheel drive, with a 2-gear automatic transmission. The front suspension is independent coil spring, while the rear suspension features leaf springs. The car uses a carburettor and has a naturally aspirated engine with an OHV valvetrain.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
295 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
51.4 Hp/l
Torque
522 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 385.01 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Displacement
5735 cm3 349.97 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
103.12 mm 4.06 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
3.8 l 4.02 US qt | 3.34 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 coil spring
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The car in question is a Firesweep 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 Firesweep is a fuel-efficient car with a large fuel tank capacity of 87 liters, suitable for long road trips. Its fuel tank capacity is 22.98 US gallons or 19.14 UK gallons.
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Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l 22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Firesweep I 2-Door Sportsman (facelift 1958)
The Firesweep has a seating capacity of 6 people.
The Firesweep has a length of 5499 mm (216.5 in.).
The Firesweep has a ground clearance of 142 mm (5.59 in.).
Its powerful engine and sleek design.
Yes, it is a classic American muscle car.
Its rich history and iconic styling make it a favorite among car enthusiasts.
Petrol (Gasoline)
Yes, the Firesweep is known for its reliability.
Firesweep
The Firesweep has an internal combustion engine.
The engine has 8 cylinders.
The transmission is a 2-gear automatic.
The model of the car is Firesweep.
The car has drum brakes with a diameter of 279 mm on both the front and rear.
The car has a worm-reduction unit for steering.
The top speed of the Firesweep is 190 mph.
The Firesweep produces 550 horsepower.
The Firesweep has a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
The fuel tank capacity of the Firesweep is 87 liters, which is equivalent to 22.98 US gallons or 19.14 UK gallons.
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