The Firesweep is a sedan with a sleek design, featuring a length of 5.5 meters, a width of 1.99 meters, and a height of 1.44 meters. It has a wheelbase of 3.1 meters and a ground clearance of 0.14 meters. The turning radius is 14.2 meters, and the approach, departure, and ramp-over angles are 16.5°, 11.4°, and 10.5°, respectively.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
6
Doors
4
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 vehicle known for its agility and performance. It offers a thrilling driving experience with its responsive engine and handling capabilities.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firesweep is a rear-wheel drive vehicle powered by a 8-cylinder, 5735 cm3 V-engine, producing 280 Hp and 515 Nm of torque. It features a 3-speed automatic TorqueFlite transmission and has a naturally aspirated engine with a carburettor fuel injection system.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
280 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
48.8 Hp/l
Torque
515 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 379.84 lb.-ft. @ 2400 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
3 gears, automatic transmission TorqueFlite
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with conventional braking and steering systems. The drum brakes at both front and rear provide adequate stopping power, while the worm-reduction unit steering offers precise handling.
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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. This makes it suitable for long road trips or daily commutes.
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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 4-Door Sedan (facelift 1958)
The Firesweep has a length of 5.5 meters (216.5 inches).
The Firesweep has 6 seats.
The Firesweep has a ground clearance of 0.14 meters (5.59 inches).
The Firesweep is a classic car model known for its sleek design and powerful engine.
Yes, the Firesweep is a rare car model, making it highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts.
The Firesweep is known for its powerful engine, which provides a smooth and exhilarating driving experience.
The Firesweep runs on petrol (gasoline).
The text does not include information about the main features of the Firesweep.
The text does not include information about the performance specifications of the Firesweep.
V-engine
3-speed automatic TorqueFlite
Rear wheel drive
The Firesweep has drum brakes at both the front and rear.
The Firesweep has a worm-reduction unit steering system.
The drum brakes provide adequate stopping power for most driving conditions.
The Firesweep comes equipped with a high-performance engine with 400 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque.
The car features advanced suspension and aerodynamic design for exceptional handling and stability at high speeds.
The Firesweep offers a fuel efficiency of 10-15 km/L, depending on driving conditions.
The fuel tank capacity of the Firesweep is 76 liters, 20.08 US gallons, or 16.72 UK gallons.
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