The Firesweep Coupe is a sleek and agile vehicle with a 6-seat capacity. It measures 5.514 meters in length, 1.999 meters in width, and 1.438 meters in height. Its wheelbase is 3.099 meters, and it has a minimum turning circle of 14.2 meters. It also features a ground clearance of 0.14 meters.
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Body Type
Coupe
Seats
6
Doors
2
Length
5514 mm 217.09 in.
Width
1999 mm 78.7 in.
Height
1438 mm 56.61 in.
Wheelbase
3099 mm 122.01 in.
Front Track
1547 mm 60.91 in.
Rear Track
1516 mm 59.69 in.
Min Turning Circle
14.2 m 46.59 ft.
Approach Angle
15°
Departure Angle
10°
Ramp Over Angle
10.4°
Ride Height Ground Clearance
140 mm 5.51 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Firesweep is a high-performance sports car known for its sleek design and powerful engine. It offers exceptional handling and acceleration, making it a thrilling drive.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firesweep is a powerful rear-wheel drive car with a large V8 engine producing 295 horsepower and 529 Nm of torque. It features a 3-speed automatic transmission and a leaf spring rear suspension.
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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, automatic transmission TorqueFlite
Front Suspension
Independent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The Firesweep is a classic car with drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, and a worm-reduction unit for steering. It's a reliable ride with a simple braking system.
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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 76 liters, 20.08 US gallons, or 16.72 UK gallons.
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Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l 20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Firesweep I 2-Door Sportsman (facelift 1959)
The length of the Firesweep Coupe is 5.514 meters or 217.09 inches.
The Firesweep Coupe has 6 seats.
The minimum turning circle of the Firesweep Coupe is 14.2 meters or 46.59 feet.
The Firesweep has a 6.2L V8 engine.
The Firesweep has a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
The Firesweep has a top speed of 186 mph.
The Firesweep runs on petrol (Gasoline).
The Firesweep boasts a highly tuned engine that delivers exceptional power and torque.
The Firesweep comes equipped with advanced safety features such as airbags, stability control, and traction control.
The Firesweep has an internal combustion engine with 8 cylinders.
The Firesweep has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The Firesweep has a leaf spring rear suspension.
The Firesweep has drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The Firesweep has a worm-reduction unit for steering.
No, the Firesweep is a basic car with a simple braking system and no advanced safety features.
The Firesweep comes with a powerful engine, but the exact size may vary depending on the year and trim level.
The Firesweep can seat up to 5 passengers comfortably.
The Firesweep is known for its power and performance, but it may not be the most fuel-efficient car on the market.
The fuel tank capacity of the Firesweep is 76 liters, 20.08 US gallons, or 16.72 UK gallons.
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