The Firesweep is a spacious station wagon with a length of 5540 mm, width of 1989 mm, and height of 1450 mm. It has a wheelbase of 3099 mm and a minimum turning circle of 14.2 meters. With a ride height ground clearance of 142 mm, this car offers a comfortable ride. It has 5 doors and can seat 6 people comfortably.
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Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
6
Doors
5
Length
5540 mm 218.11 in.
Width
1989 mm 78.31 in.
Height
1450 mm 57.09 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.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
142 mm 5.59 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Firesweep is a petrol-powered vehicle, ideal for those who prefer the traditional gasoline engine. With its robust performance, it's perfect for daily driving and occasional road trips.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firesweep is a powerful rear-wheel drive car with a 8-cylinder V-engine, producing 280 Hp and 515 Nm of torque. It has a 3-speed manual transmission and a naturally aspirated engine. The car features an independent coil spring front suspension and a leaf spring rear suspension.
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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, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
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 and easy-to-handle vehicle, perfect for a leisurely drive.
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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 car with a generous fuel tank capacity of 76 liters, equivalent to 20.08 US gallons or 16.72 UK gallons, providing a comfortable range between refueling stops.
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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 Station Wagon (facelift 1958)
Station wagon (estate)
5
14.2 meters
The Firesweep is known for its powerful engine and sleek design.
Yes, the Firesweep is a rare and sought-after collector's item.
The Firesweep is a classic American muscle car with a rich history and iconic styling.
The Firesweep uses petrol (gasoline).
Yes, the Firesweep is suitable for long road trips due to its robust performance.
The model name of this car is Firesweep.
The Firesweep has a V-engine configuration.
The Firesweep has a 3-speed manual transmission.
The Firesweep is a rear-wheel drive car.
The Firesweep has drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The Firesweep has a worm-reduction unit for steering.
Yes, the drum brakes on the Firesweep are reliable and easy to maintain.
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.
The fuel tank capacity of the Firesweep is 76 liters or 20.08 US gallons or 16.72 UK gallons.
Yes, the Firesweep's large fuel tank capacity makes it well-suited for long road trips with fewer refueling stops.
The model of the car is Firesweep.
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