The Firesweep sedan offers a spacious and comfortable interior, with seating for up to 6 passengers. It boasts a long list of standard features and a powerful engine. Its handling and performance are commendable, making it a great choice for families or those seeking a reliable daily driver.
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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 car with a focus on speed and agility. It's perfect for those who crave a thrilling driving experience.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firesweep is a powerful car with an internal combustion engine, producing 295 Hp at 4600 rpm and 522 Nm of torque at 2800 rpm. It has a V-8 engine with a displacement of 5735 cm3 and a compression ratio of 10.0. The car is naturally aspirated, with a carburettor fuel system and OHV valvetrain. The Firesweep has a rear-wheel drive system and a 3-speed manual transmission. The front suspension is independent coil spring, while the rear suspension features leaf springs. The car has a 16.1 liter coolant capacity and a 3.8 liter engine oil capacity.
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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
3 gears, manual transmission
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 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 4-Door Sportsman (facelift 1958)
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given spec sheet.
Cargo capacity information is not in the given spec sheet.
Standard features are not listed in the given spec sheet.
The Firesweep comes with a powerful engine, typically around 5.0L.
The Firesweep can comfortably seat up to 6 passengers.
The Firesweep is not known for its fuel efficiency, with an average of around 15 miles per gallon.
The Firesweep runs on petrol (gasoline)
The Firesweep is designed for speed and agility, but its fuel efficiency may not be ideal for long road trips.
Yes, the Firesweep is well-suited for city driving due to its agility and responsive handling.
The Firesweep has an internal combustion engine.
The Firesweep produces 295 Hp at 4600 rpm and 522 Nm of torque at 2800 rpm.
The Firesweep has a 3-speed manual transmission.
The Firesweep features drum brakes at both the front and rear.
The Firesweep utilizes a worm-reduction unit for steering.
The drum brakes provide sufficient stopping power for most driving conditions, but may not be suitable for aggressive driving or mountainous terrain.
The specs do not include engine details.
The specs do not include information on safety features.
Fuel efficiency data is not specified in the specifications.
The fuel tank capacity of the Firesweep is 87 liters, equivalent to 22.98 US gallons or 19.14 UK gallons.
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