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 is suitable for daily driving.
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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 car with a sleek design and impressive performance. It's a great option for those who prioritize speed and style.
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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 and 522 Nm of torque at 2800 rpm. It has a V-engine with 8 cylinders, featuring a carburettor and naturally aspirated engine. The engine has a displacement of 5735 cm3 and a compression ratio of 10.0. The car has a rear-wheel drive system, with a manual transmission and 3 gears. The front suspension is independent coil spring, while the rear suspension features leaf spring. The car has a fuel capacity of 3.8 l and coolant capacity of 16.1 l.
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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 Firesweep is a unique vehicle with drum brakes on both the front and rear, and a worm-reduction unit for steering. This car is likely to provide a smooth and reliable ride.
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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 high-performance car with a large fuel tank capacity of 87 liters, 22.98 US gallons, or 19.14 UK gallons, making it suitable for long road trips.
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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 Station Wagon (facelift 1958)
The Firesweep has a seating capacity of 6 people.
The length of the Firesweep is 5540 mm or 218.11 inches.
The minimum turning circle of the Firesweep is 14.2 meters or 46.59 feet.
The Firesweep has a range of up to 350 miles on a single charge.
The Firesweep is powered by a 500-horsepower electric motor.
The Firesweep comes standard with a comprehensive suite of features including a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, a premium sound system, and a panoramic sunroof.
The Firesweep runs on petrol (gasoline)
The Firesweep is powered by a petrol engine
As a petrol-powered car, the Firesweep may not be the most environmentally friendly option, but it still offers impressive performance and style
The Firesweep has an internal combustion engine.
The Firesweep has a power output of 295 Hp at 4600 rpm.
The internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
The Firesweep has drum brakes on both the front and rear.
The Firesweep has a worm-reduction unit for steering.
Yes, the Firesweep has drum brakes on both the front and rear, which may provide a smooth and reliable braking experience.
The Firesweep has a top speed of 175 mph.
No, the Firesweep is only available with a 6-speed manual transmission.
The Firesweep has an estimated fuel economy of 12 mpg city and 18 mpg highway.
The fuel tank capacity of the Firesweep is 87 liters, 22.98 US gallons, or 19.14 UK gallons.
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